Rangers booked their place in the Scottish Cup semi-final after defeating Raith Rovers at Ibrox.
Visiting goalkeeper Jamie MacDonald frustrated Michael Beale's side with a number of key stops before they finally broke the deadlock with just three minutes of the half to play. Connor Goldson bulleted a header home from an inch-perfect Borna Barisic. Just before the hour the home side had a second with Ryan Nolan turning James Tavernier's cross into his own net in a real moment to forget for the defender. Sub Scott Arfield then added a third in the final minutes to wrap up a big win.
There was a welcomed sight for the Ibrox faithful with John Souttar and Ridvan Yilmaz handed 25 plus minute run outs as they step up their returns from injury. They will be like new signings for Beale as they look to provide competition and further strengthen the pool. The comfortable win sees the holders join Celtic and Inverness in the hat for the last four and book a Hampden return. Here's how we rated Rangers at Ibrox.
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Allan McGregor - 6
Quiet afternoon for the veteran No1. Ismael Gonçalves tried to catch him out early on with an effort from his own half but dropped wide.
James Tavernier - 7
Up and down as per usual from the skipper. Denied early on by superb Jamie MacDonald save. Also hit the post. His cross turned in for own goal and crucial second.
Connor Goldson - 7
The key man at the back. Rarely troubled in this one. Dealt with everything needed. Bullet header for opener at Ibrox. Subbed.
Ben Davies - 6
Like Goldson, was a straightforward afternoon. Comfortable on the ball to start attacks from the back.
Borna Barisic - 7
Ridvan Yilmaz is back fit and ready to fight for the left-back spot. Croatian, like Tav, was always on the offer going forward. Dangerous delivery and assist for opener. Subbed.
John Lundstram - 6
The only change from the midweek win over Hibs. Looks like facing battle with Ryan Jack for regular game. Did well. Booked.
Nicolas Raskin - 6
Impressive start to life at Ibrox and another big involvement here. A cert to be a key player for years to come.
Todd Cantwell - 7
Like Raskin looks likely to be a key players for years to come. Sharper with each passing game. Always looking to get on the ball and make things happen. Assist for third goal. Booked.
Fashion JR - 6
Star man in the big win over Hibs. Very unpredictable when on the ball. Full of pace and works hard on and off ball. Subbed.
Ryan Kent - 6
Always a threat when gets going. A couple of long range efforts off target.
Antonio Colak - 6
A third consecutive start after impressive run of form. First big chance after half hour mark but unable to guide header on target.
Subs
Scott Arfield - 6
Given a chance to try force his way into the Rangers side. Part of the triple change with Souttar and Yilmaz. Denied twice by a smart saves but got his goal with a tidy finish.
John Souttar - 4
A 25 minute run out at Ibrox in place of Connor Goldson. Welcomed sight for the players, staff and fans.
Ridvan Yilmaz - 4
Back from injury and ready to fight with Borna Barisic for left-back. 25 minutes under his belt in recovery process.
Alfredo Morelos - 2
Rumours over his futrure with Sevilla mentioned. Late run out at Ibrox off bench.
Ianis Hagi - 2
Another of the long-term injury stars returning to action. More minutes in the tank.
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