Mon 27 October 2025 14:10, UK

Rangers have instilled belief that they can get something from this season after all.

Danny Rohl coached Rangers to a 3-1 win over Kilmarnock on Sunday, in what was his first victory as Gers boss, as Youssef Chermiti scored his first goal for the Bears.

The new head coach enjoyed his first experience as boss at Ibrox, and Rohl made big changes to Rangers’ side, playing an unexpected 3-5-2 formation.

Rangers dominated the game, and after the conclusion of the Scottish Premiership’s round of nine fixtures, they have closed the gap to five points between themselves and Celtic.

Ahead of the Old Firm derby taking place in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final on 2 November, Rohl has been given the perfect blueprint to progress to the final.

Credit: Imago

Russell Martin’s horrific reign as Rangers boss crushed any hopes of the Gers actually achieving something this season. The only thing Martin has left for Rohl to pick up is the Premier Sports Cup clash against Celtic.

Hearts beat Celtic 3-1 to much of the Bears’ delight on Sunday, despite the former now looking like favourites to claim the league title.

Now, Hearts’ performance has gifted Rohl...