Rangers have secured a stunning 3-0 victory over Celtic in the Old Firm derby, marking a significant win for Philippe Clement’s side.
Ianis Hagi opened the scoring in the seventh minute with a brilliant strike from the edge of the area, setting the tone for Rangers’ dominant performance.
Despite Celtic’s efforts, Rangers continued to press, with Vaclav Cerny hitting the bar twice and Kyogo Furuhashi’s equalizer being ruled out for offside.
Robin Propper doubled Rangers’ lead in the 66th minute, capitalizing on a rebound after Kasper Schmeichel’s save.
Substitute Danilo sealed the win with his first touch, turning home in the 81st minute.
This victory marks Clement’s first Old Firm win as Rangers manager, ending his seven-match winless streak against Celtic.
Rangers’ win also cuts Celtic’s lead to 11 points in the Scottish Premiership.
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers acknowledged that his team was not at its best, suggesting that their substantial lead in the league might have influenced their performance.
“The energy in the stadium, they wanted to prove a point,” he said.
Rangers’ win has boosted their morale and showcased their dominance on the field under Clement’s leadership.
The team will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches.
