Can Rangers close the gap on Celtic? A 2-0 triumph, powered by Ryan Naderi and Dan Neil, leaves them just a point shy.
Recent draws with Dundee and Hearts had dented the Gers’ title push, yet Derek McInnes’ men were set on leaving The Marbill Coaches Stadium spotless.
Just after the hour, Dan Neil struck a deflected finish, pushing the Light Blues’ unbeaten streak to twelve across all competitions.
With equal games played, Rangers sit a point behind Celtic, but the Hoops can stretch their lead to four when they host Kilmarnock at Celtic Park on Sunday before the international break.
Rangers penalty controversy: ‘Penrice coaxed referee like a piccolo’
Chris Sutton argued Penrice coaxed referee Nick Walsh ‘like a piccolo’ to win the spot‑kick. For my money, the incident shows Rangers need tighter control.
Sutton insisted the decision was wrong, insisting sufficient contact is required.
He later added that Penrice sounded guilty and wasn’t convinced it was a genuine penalty.
Kris Boyd quipped, ‘Whether it’s soft‑boiled or hard‑boiled, it’s still an egg.’
‘When we were at our best, we were unstoppable.’
The manager felt the side deserved victory, praising their dominance and control, yet admitted a sharper finish could have added more goals.