Cyriel Dessers was on target in Rangers’ 2-1 defeat to Celtic at the Parkhead on Saturday. Celtic took the lead through Matt O’Riley in the 35th minute. John Lundstram turned the ball into his own net immediately after the restart. Dessers then reduced the deficit for Rangers a few minutes later. Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic have […]
Scotland: Rangers defender, Balogun doubtful for crunch Celtic clash
Nigeria defender, Leon Balogun has emerged a major fitness doubt for Rangers ahead of Saturday’s trip to Celtic Park. The 35-year-old was withdrawn at half time of Rangers’ 4-1 home win against Kilmarnock last weekend. The centre-back had recently returned to the Rangers starting line-up after Connor Goldson was ruled out for the rest of […]
Scotland: Balogun doubtful for Rangers’ old firm derby with Celtic
Nigeria defender, Leon Balogun, is a major doubt for Rangers’ old firm derby against Celtic. DAILY POST reports that the encounter is slated for the Celtic Park on Saturday. Balogun sustained a muscle injury in Rangers’ 4-1 win against Kilmarnock last week. The 35-year-old was replaced at half-time by Ben Davies. The centre-back could sit […]
Scotland: Rangers suffer Balogun injury blow ahead crunch Celtic clash
Rangers manager, Philippe Clement has confirmed Leon Balogun picked up an injury in the club’s home win against Kilmarnock on Sunday. Balogun, who put up a solid display in the first half, was substituted by Ben Davies after the break. Clement revealed after the game that the Nigeria international sustained a muscle injury. “Yes he […]
Scotland: Dessers battles four players for Rangers’ Player of the Month
Cyriel Dessers has been nominated for Rangers’ Player of the Month for March, DAILY POST reports. Dessers scored three goals and provided one assist in five games for the Gers in the month. The 29-year-old scored twice in Rangers’ Scottish Cup semi-final victory against Hearts. The forward netted the winning goal in Philippe Clement’s side’s […]
Scotland: Dessers scores winner in Rangers’ win at St Mirren
Cyriel Dessers was the hero as Rangers recorded a 2-1 win against St. Mirren at The SMISA Stadium, Paisley on Sunday. James Bolton handed Rangers the lead after slotting the ball into his own net in the 32nd minute. The lead lasted five minutes before Mikael Mandron equalised for the home team. Dessers scored the […]
Scotland: Balogun must keep his place in Rangers’ squad – McAvennie
Former Celtic forward, Frank McAvennie, says Leon Balogun deserves a regular playing berth in Rangers’ team following his impressive display in the club’s Scottish Cup win over Hearts last weekend. Balogun was handed his first start by Rangers manager, Philippe Clement since February in the 2-0 win. The former Super Eagles defender justified the manager’s […]
Scotland: Dessers nominated for Rangers’ Goal of the Season award
Nigeria forward, Cyriel Dessers, has been nominated for Rangers’ Goal of the Season award. Dessers was nominated for his strike in Rangers’ UEFA Europa League 3-2 win at Real Betis last December. The 29-year-old netted in the 20th minute of the encounter, unleashing a powerful shot into the net after receiving a pass from Jose […]
Scotland: Rangers boss demands more from Dessers despite impressive scoring form
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has challenged Cyriel Dessers to add more steel to his game. Dessers has struggled to win over a large section of Rangers fans following his arrival from Italian club, Cremonese last summer. Despite criticisms over his performance, the Nigeria international has continued to impress in front of goal. The 29-year-old scored […]
Scotland: McCulloch backs Dessers to become key figure for Rangers
Former Rangers captain, Lee McCulloch has praised Cyriel Dessers for his positive impact in his first season at the club. Dessers was on target in Rangers’ 3-1 victory over Hibernian at the Ibrox on Saturday. The Nigeria international has been criticised by a section of the Rangers fans despite his impressive goals return. The forward […]