Rangers Triumph in Old Firm Thriller as Raskin Shines
What a match we just witnessed at Celtic Park! Rangers have pulled off an incredible 3-2 victory over Celtic in a thrilling Old Firm derby, marking their first win at Celtic Park in nearly five years. And at the heart of it all? Nicolas Raskin. The Belgian midfielder delivered a stunning performance, setting the tempo for Rangers and playing a crucial role in this memorable win.
Right from the start, Rangers showed they meant business. Just four minutes in, Raskin made his presence felt by rising above Jeffrey Schlupp to head in the opening goal from a corner. Despite his smaller stature, his determination gave Rangers the perfect start. And he wasn’t done there. In the 37th minute, he timed a brilliant run and cushioned a header into the path of Mohamed Diomande, who made no mistake in slotting home the second goal. By halftime, Rangers were in complete control with a 2-0 lead.
But, as expected in this fierce rivalry, Celtic were never going to go down without a fight. Early in the second half, Daizen Maeda pulled one back with a well-placed header, injecting new life into the home side. Then, in the 74th minute, Reo Hatate sent Celtic Park into a frenzy, leveling the score with a composed finish. The momentum had completely shifted, and it looked like Celtic might turn the game around.
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Then came the moment of magic. With just minutes left on the clock, substitute Hamza Igamane announced himself in spectacular fashion. The Moroccan forward unleashed a thunderous strike into the top corner, sealing the win for Rangers in dramatic style. The away fans erupted, and Rangers players celebrated wildly—a moment to savor for Barry Ferguson’s men.
Speaking of Ferguson, what a week it has been for him. After guiding Rangers past Fenerbahce in a grueling Europa League penalty shootout, he has now masterminded a historic derby win. The interim boss has kept his cards close to his chest about his future, but performances like this will certainly make the Rangers board think twice about looking elsewhere for a permanent manager.
Despite Celtic's late resurgence, Rangers held their nerve and showed discipline in the closing moments. Raskin was everywhere—breaking up play, pressing high, and controlling the midfield battle. His efforts didn’t go unnoticed, earning him the well-deserved Man of the Match award.
Off the pitch, the emotions ran high. The return of away fans to an Old Firm clash added to the intensity, and there were moments of tension between both sets of supporters. The celebrations from the Rangers players, particularly after Igamane’s winner, sparked reactions from the home crowd, and security had to intervene to control the situation.
But in the end, this was Rangers' night. They outplayed, outfought, and outthought their rivals on their own turf. With this victory, they not only keep their title hopes alive but also send a strong message about their credentials moving forward.
A famous win, a heroic performance from Raskin, and a statement from Barry Ferguson—Rangers fans will be savoring this one for a long time.
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