Full Time: Hearts 1-3 Rangers

Rangers began the post Pedro Caixinha era, after the Portuguese’s sacking on Thursday, with an impressive 3-1 win over Hearts at the Tynecastle Park on Saturday. 

It was the home team that took the lead, with Kyle Lafferty opening the scoring in the first-half with a fantastic free-kick. But veteran forward Kenny Miller, returning to the side, after having been banished by the former manager, marked his comeback with a brilliant double, before Josh Windass added a third, to seal three points for the Gers. 

With the win, the Light Blues moved to 3rd in the Scottish Premiership table, with fourth-placed Motherwell having lost their game against Hibernian by a 1-0 margin. Here’s how the Rangers players fared on the day.

Rangers Player Ratings 

Wes Foderingham – 6/10 

Had no chance with Lafferty’s goal. There were a couple of nervy moments, but his goal wasn’t breached again. Distribution was good.

James Tavernier – 7.5/10 

The right-back was impressive going forward, looking to support Daniel Candeias at every possible moment. Sent in a number of dangerous crosses and assisted Miller’s second goal. 

Ross McCrorie – 7/10 

May have given away the free-kick for Lafferty’s goal, but it was another solid display in the heart of the defence from the youngster.

Danny Wilson – 7/10

Starting his first Premiership game in over five months, the defender formed a solid partnership with McCrorie at the back and kept things in check. Was booked.

Declan John – 6/10 

The Welshman looked to bomb forward at every possible opportunity and worked hard. Needs to work on the defensive side of things though. 

Daniel Candeias – 7/10 

Was a thorn for the Hearts’ defence all game long, linking up well with Tavernier and getting forward to good effect. Decision making was a little iffy at times. 

Jason Holt – 7/10 

Continued his impressive run of form with another hard-working display in the middle of the park. Tried to connect the two halves of the pitch and showed great energy. 

Ryan Jack – 6/10 

A disciplined display from the midfielder who managed to stay out of trouble and partnered Holt decently.

Josh Windass – 6.5/10 

Wasn’t really effective for long parts of the game, but when the chance presented itself, he took it brilliantly.  

Kenny Miller – 9/10 

Returning to the starting XI after being pushed out, the veteran forward led the team by example and proved to be the match-winner with two goals. 

Alfredo Morelos – 7/10 

Worked really hard but couldn’t break his recent dry spell in front of goals. Set up the opener for Miller and was always a danger to the Hearts’ defence. 

Substitutes 

Jamie Barjonas – N/A 

Replaced Miller with five minutes left. 

Eduardo Herrera – N/A  

Came on for Morelos with little time to play. 

Ryan Hardie – N/A 

On for Windass in the 90th minute.