Rangers 1-0 Hibernian: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

The game’s defining moment came in the 35th minute when Emmanuel Fernandez fired Rangers ahead, thanks to a smart assist from Dujon Sterling, giving the hosts a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. Just before the interval, Fernandez picked up a yellow card in added time, adding some tension as Rangers went into the break ahead but needing to stay disciplined.

Substitutions played a role in the second half, with Rangers freshening up by having Clinton Nsiala replace Max Aarons at 60 minutes and James Tavernier come on for Dujon Sterling shortly after, while Hibernian responded with changes like Joe Newell taking over from Jamie McGrath at 57 minutes. Yellow cards for Hibernian’s Jamie McGrath early in the second half and Élie Youan later on hampered their comeback, and despite late pushes, no equaliser came.

Rangers lined up in a solid 4-1-4-1 shape, which helped them control the midfield and provide a platform for attacks, with players like Dujon Sterling showing well in linking play before his substitution for James Tavernier. Emmanuel Fernandez stood out in defence, not just for his goal but for his overall presence, while partnerships in the middle allowed for steady build-up.

Hibernian set up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, aiming for width and support up top, with players like Élie Youan pushing forward before being replaced by Thibault Klidjé. The setup encouraged overlaps from the likes of Chris Cadden, who made way for Martin Boyle, but discipline issues with yellow cards for Jamie McGrath and others disrupted their flow.

Coral’s Man of the Match goes to Emmanuel Fernandez, who made a real difference for Rangers with his goal in the 35th minute and solid defensive work throughout. He didn’t rack up assists or big chances created, but his timely strike proved decisive in a tight game, earning him the nod for stepping up when it mattered.

Recent Premiership matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Hibernian (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Kilmarnock (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Dundee United (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Falkirk (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Livingston (H)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Rangers (A)
• Win: 3-0 vs Falkirk (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Celtic (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Motherwell (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Dundee (H)

Rangers have just secured a 1-0 win over Hibernian, building on their recent form of three wins and two draws in the last five league games to sit third on 29 points. They’ll look to keep the pressure on the leaders when they face Hearts next on 21 December at 13:30, with the opposition currently top on 38 points, making it a crucial clash to close the gap at the summit.

Hibernian have just suffered a 1-0 defeat to Rangers, adding to a patchy run with two wins and three losses in their last five league outings, leaving them fifth on 24 points. They’ll aim to bounce back against Dundee United on 20 December at 15:00, where the opponents are eighth on 17 points, offering a chance to pick up vital points and climb away from the mid-table scrap.

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