Rangers Stage Thrilling Comeback to Keep Pressure on Hearts
Rangers mounted a remarkable comeback at Falkirk, securing a crucial win to stay firmly in the Scottish Premiership title race with five games remaining. After a sluggish start, which saw them trail 2-0 courtesy of goals from Ben Broggio and Finn Yeats, Danny Röhl's side regrouped. Tochi Chukwanui's goal before the break sparked a turnaround, with Youssef Chermiti and Nico Raskin scoring in a blistering second-half start to take a 3-2 lead. Bojan Miovski added a fourth, before Falkirk's Calvin Miller reduced the deficit from the penalty spot after James Tavernier fouled Filip Lissah. However, Rangers' title aspirations were underscored as Miovski and Chermiti each scored again, sealing the win. The result sees Rangers leapfrog into second place, a point behind leaders Hearts, with Celtic two points further back. This victory marked a significant moment for Rangers, as they avoided ending the season's record of the top three Premiership teams all winning on the same weekend. Chukwuani's contentious finish just before half-time ignited the comeback, following a rebound from Djeidi Gassama's header that hit the post. The introduction of Bojan Miovski at the break proved pivotal, as Rangers' threat increased. Chermiti and Raskin combined effectively, with Chermiti scoring after Gassama's low cross. Rangers took the lead in the 52nd minute through Raskin, before Chermiti missed another chance and Raskin set up Miovski to score. Falkirk briefly reduced the deficit through Miller's penalty, but Rangers restored their two-goal cushion as Chermiti netted after Gassama's shot was blocked. Miovski sealed the win, converting Oliver Antman's cross two minutes from time. Rangers head coach Danny Röhl praised his team's reaction, highlighting their spirit and connection with the supporters. Röhl reflected on the club's progress since his appointment, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their current trajectory.