match thread (image) [FT] Rangers 3 (Barisic 21; Kent 45+2; Aribo 49) - 0 St Johnstone

[DMAA 3,603]

9 hours ago, craig said:

The problem, and it’s a good one to have, is that Aribo also seems to be better suited in the “10”.  Aribo has started the season better and deserves a run there.

I don’t agree. He can play in the 10 because he is good enough to adapt but it’s not his natural position. He is excellent on the right side of the midfield three, providing creativity from a deeper position. His ball winning and ball retention are excellent too and we get more out of him there. That’s where the second goal game from yesterday, Aribo cleverly finding Hagi from that position.  

Edited August 13, 2020 by DMAA

[Frankie 8,151]

Pleased with the result but also happy to see the manager criticise his players after what was a poor overall performance.

 

It's easy to over-analyse games in today's 24 hour social media cauldron but we need to improve ahead of tougher challenges on the way.  Yes, we move the ball very well at times but not often enough and, yesterday, we were far too passive after losing the ball.

 

Second half was always going to be a bit of a write-off given Roofe is clearly a few weeks away from sharpness and Itten still working on his understanding with those around him but I was disappointed in the work-rate of guys like Davis and Arfield who didn't really work their way into the game at all.

 

Just goes to show the pressure on these players.  Anywhere else a 3-0 home win with two top drawer goals would have fans purring but demands are extra high at Ibrox and rightly so with such an important season ahead.

[Bill 13,717]

Changing half the outfield players in the second half is bound to have an impact on performance and cohesion but it was telling how we started to wobble after the Jack-Kamara partnership was disrupted in midfield.They might not contribute the spectacular but Jack in particular plays a massive role in controlling and cycling the ball.

[Rousseau 9,374]

4 minutes ago, Bill said:

Changing half the outfield players in the second half is bound to have an impact on performance and cohesion but it was telling how we started to wobble after the Jack-Kamara partnership was disrupted in midfield.They might not contribute the spectacular but Jack in particular plays a massive role in controlling and cycling the ball.

But, but but.. we don't need 2 DMs against diddy teams! 

[Gonzo79 13,637]

We were crap before Barisic took that free kick.  Gerrard seemed to ignore that.

[Whosthedado 1,499]

I think its a good sign that we won 3-0 and we are disappointed. Definitely areas we can improve but also good signs for the campaign ahead. Keep banging in the 3 points and hopefully pile the pressure on

[CammyF 6,787]

27 minutes ago, Bill said:

Changing half the outfield players in the second half is bound to have an impact on performance and cohesion but it was telling how we started to wobble after the Jack-Kamara partnership was disrupted in midfield.They might not contribute the spectacular but Jack in particular plays a massive role in controlling and cycling the ball.

I thought Kamara had a good game last night (as did Jack). CT even mentioned him as a possible MOTM.

 

Correct tho, both do little spectacular but are solid and crucial in the way we play (ball recycling, covering defenders when they go forward). 

 

Davis and Arfield do not offer the same when deployed there emphasising the requirement to strengthen in that particular department.

[DMAA 3,603]

Arfield played his best football at Rangers as a number 10 and not as a centre mid. It is a bit unfortunate that he is only getting to play in a position that isn't his best.

[alexscottislegend 2,064]

4 hours ago, ian1964 said:

 

I really wanted that penalty to be given because I was curious to see who would take it; Tav had missed a few but prior to that he looked invincible from the spot.

[the gunslinger 3,366]

Kamara was motm. For the first 20 mins he was the only rangers player performing.