Flying Kent
The man who gives Rangers that spark. He’s the kind of player fans will pay to watch, handing over the admission fee alone for his performance. Rangers certainly missed the Englishman while he was on the sidelines for around seven weeks earlier in the campaign. Kent produced a piece of magic during the first-half to assist Ianis Hagi for the opening goal in this one. His first touch to bring the ball down before sending in a beautiful cross just proved his quality. He also showed various glimpses of his sheer pace and dribbling ability as the match went on, but he couldn’t provide another assist. His second booking was laughable, as Kevin Clancy sent him off despite not touching Scott Brown.
Change of shape
Midway through the second-half, Giovanni van Bronckhorst changed his side’s shape as Scott Wright was subbed off and John Lundstram came on into the midfield. While Wright wasn’t enjoying a great game against his old side, the tactical switch appeared to invite pressure on to the Gers defence, as the high-press dropped off from the away team and they sat deeper and deeper. Eventually Aberdeen’s own pressure paid off and they managed to win a penalty after handball by Alfredo Morelos.
Sands debut
The American joined the club on loan from New York City two weeks ago as he became van Bronckhorst’s first signing as gaffer at Ibrox. While he’s been training with the squad since during the winter break, not many will have expected to see him start this match. The 21-year-old slotted into midfield alongside Glen Kamara and Hagi. Aberdeen certainly had the upper hand in the midfield battle in various stages during the match. However, considering he was up against Scott Brown and Lewis Ferguson, Sands equipped himself very well and can be satisfied with his evening’s work.
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