NEWS:In a thrilling encounter at Dens Park, Rangers secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over Dundee, echoing the memorable seven-goal clash between the two sides in August 1992.

On that occasion, Dundee emerged victorious with a 4-3 win, a match still celebrated by their supporters.

The recent match saw Rangers, under interim manager Barry Ferguson, demonstrate remarkable resilience. Despite trailing 2-0 and later 3-1, they orchestrated a stunning comeback. Goals from James Tavernier and Tom Lawrence leveled the score, setting the stage for Cyriel Dessers to net the decisive goal in the 93rd minute.

Dessers, marking his 100th appearance for the club, was relentless throughout the game, recording 12 attempts on goal. His perseverance paid off in the dying moments, securing the win for Rangers. Reflecting on the match, Dessers described it as a roller-coaster and emphasized the team’s mental strength in overturning the deficit.

Manager Barry Ferguson acknowledged the team’s first-half shortcomings, criticizing the resurgence of “bad habits.” However, he praised the squad’s resilience and adaptability, highlighting the impact of tactical changes and substitutions that contributed to the turnaround.

This victory not only mirrors the high-scoring drama of the 1992 fixture but also underscores Rangers’ enduring tenacity and determination in challenging situations.

 

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