Rangers 2 vs. Falkirk 1 Feb. 18 2007
SCRAPING SCORES
A brand new silky smooth turf has been laid at Ibrox just in time for the new, sleek style of crisp, passing football that is on display, well if that was the thought then it was way off the mark. It was a day of missed passes and half chances which resulted in a scrappy but welcomed victory, especially since the teams below us all dropped points.
The selection, again, had a surprise involved with Burke being “rested” and Sionko taking his place. The other change saw Rae being replaced by Adam. The game itself turned out to be a display of decent possession with little end product and will have to improve before the arrival of Hapoel on Thursday. The other main talking points came from the injuries to Svensson but more importantly Bazza as five minutes from time he hobbled to the touchline holding his groin.
The game itself saw another three points on the board in the quest for second place and a reduction in the points gap to them.
Today’s Team :-
McGregor: - Looked more confident in coming for crosses today and was let down badly by his defence for the goal. Had a superb double save in the second half to keep our chances alive.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Hutton: - His usual performance of high energy, good runs and poor end product. For all the talking though, he through a great ball into the box for Boyd to notch the opener.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Svensson: - Only managed the first half but did a reasonable job beside Weir. Had relatively little to do and, although maligned, will be needed for Thursday.
Rmed Verdict :- 5
Weir: - Looked vulnerable to anyone who tried to run at him but dealt easily with anything over the top. The constant change of partner over the last few games won’t be helping in him in any way.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Murray: - Steady and reliable without offering too much in an attacking sense. Apart from the European game he has filled in well for Stevie Smith.
Rmed Verdict :- 6
Sionko: - Surprise inclusion on the right and never did anything to put Burkes position in jeopardy. Can’t remember a decent performance from the Czech international since the start of the season.
Rmed Verdict :- 5
Bazza: - We would seriously be lost without him at the moment as few others seem able to step up to the mark. Made telling runs into their box and was the only creative force we had. In saying that, even some of his passes were missing the target today.
Rmed Verdict :- 8
Hemdani: - Working his way back into the managements plans with some good solid displays. Could still do more going forward but his covering and awareness in helping his back line were prominent and required.
Rmed Verdict :- 8 (MOTM never wasted a pass and mopped up at the back.)
Adam: -Brought back in and would have been hoping for an influential display. It wasn’t forthcoming though as a large percentage of his crosses and passes failed to find there target. Knows he’s walking a tight line especially with Thomson and Prso on the road to recovery.
Rmed Verdict :- 5
Novo: - Had one or two mazy runs but never really caused the Falkirk defence enough problems. The work rate is never in doubt but the quality is never far from question.
Rmed Verdict :- 6
Boyd: - The usual complaint for the big man. Wasn’t seen often enough but the way he took that ball down and slotted it home, for me, more than makes up for any shortfall. 21 goals for the season speaks for itself.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Papac (On for Svensson): - Was looking ok until the ball was slipped behind him for the goal.
Rmed Verdict :- 4
Burke (On for Sionko) :- Definitely the better option on the right wing and must surely be re-instated for Thursday.
Rmed Verdict :- 4
Prso (On for Adam) :- Good to see the big man back and getting game time.
Rmed Verdict :- 4
Smith :- Is grinding out results and by good luck or good judgement it is putting us back in line for the champions league spot. Still has major rebuilding work to do come the summer.
Rmed Verdict : - 6
As it turned out, the weekend was a good one, results wise, in the SPL and now we turn to Hapoel. I have a good feeling about Thursday and am sure the stadium will be bouncing and that the players will respond to the atmosphere. And with AC getting a result on Tuesday it will make for a good weeks football!
WATP
Baz.
A brand new silky smooth turf has been laid at Ibrox just in time for the new, sleek style of crisp, passing football that is on display, well if that was the thought then it was way off the mark. It was a day of missed passes and half chances which resulted in a scrappy but welcomed victory, especially since the teams below us all dropped points.
The selection, again, had a surprise involved with Burke being “rested” and Sionko taking his place. The other change saw Rae being replaced by Adam. The game itself turned out to be a display of decent possession with little end product and will have to improve before the arrival of Hapoel on Thursday. The other main talking points came from the injuries to Svensson but more importantly Bazza as five minutes from time he hobbled to the touchline holding his groin.
The game itself saw another three points on the board in the quest for second place and a reduction in the points gap to them.
Today’s Team :-
McGregor: - Looked more confident in coming for crosses today and was let down badly by his defence for the goal. Had a superb double save in the second half to keep our chances alive.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Hutton: - His usual performance of high energy, good runs and poor end product. For all the talking though, he through a great ball into the box for Boyd to notch the opener.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Svensson: - Only managed the first half but did a reasonable job beside Weir. Had relatively little to do and, although maligned, will be needed for Thursday.
Rmed Verdict :- 5
Weir: - Looked vulnerable to anyone who tried to run at him but dealt easily with anything over the top. The constant change of partner over the last few games won’t be helping in him in any way.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Murray: - Steady and reliable without offering too much in an attacking sense. Apart from the European game he has filled in well for Stevie Smith.
Rmed Verdict :- 6
Sionko: - Surprise inclusion on the right and never did anything to put Burkes position in jeopardy. Can’t remember a decent performance from the Czech international since the start of the season.
Rmed Verdict :- 5
Bazza: - We would seriously be lost without him at the moment as few others seem able to step up to the mark. Made telling runs into their box and was the only creative force we had. In saying that, even some of his passes were missing the target today.
Rmed Verdict :- 8
Hemdani: - Working his way back into the managements plans with some good solid displays. Could still do more going forward but his covering and awareness in helping his back line were prominent and required.
Rmed Verdict :- 8 (MOTM never wasted a pass and mopped up at the back.)
Adam: -Brought back in and would have been hoping for an influential display. It wasn’t forthcoming though as a large percentage of his crosses and passes failed to find there target. Knows he’s walking a tight line especially with Thomson and Prso on the road to recovery.
Rmed Verdict :- 5
Novo: - Had one or two mazy runs but never really caused the Falkirk defence enough problems. The work rate is never in doubt but the quality is never far from question.
Rmed Verdict :- 6
Boyd: - The usual complaint for the big man. Wasn’t seen often enough but the way he took that ball down and slotted it home, for me, more than makes up for any shortfall. 21 goals for the season speaks for itself.
Rmed Verdict :- 7
Papac (On for Svensson): - Was looking ok until the ball was slipped behind him for the goal.
Rmed Verdict :- 4
Burke (On for Sionko) :- Definitely the better option on the right wing and must surely be re-instated for Thursday.
Rmed Verdict :- 4
Prso (On for Adam) :- Good to see the big man back and getting game time.
Rmed Verdict :- 4
Smith :- Is grinding out results and by good luck or good judgement it is putting us back in line for the champions league spot. Still has major rebuilding work to do come the summer.
Rmed Verdict : - 6
As it turned out, the weekend was a good one, results wise, in the SPL and now we turn to Hapoel. I have a good feeling about Thursday and am sure the stadium will be bouncing and that the players will respond to the atmosphere. And with AC getting a result on Tuesday it will make for a good weeks football!
WATP
Baz.
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