Jack Butland 6
A very quiet night for the goalkeeper - especially on the European stage. One of the most straightforward clean sheets he'll have in the Europa League with some huge tests to come. Alert when needed but with no shots on target he wasn't troubled by the hosts.
James Tavernier 6
A mature performance from the Rangers captain who was far more defensively focused in Sweden. One goal off Ally McCoist's goalscoring record but the full-back was responsible as he refused to race forward, instead playing his part in a well-deserved shut-out.
John Souttar 7
Total commitment to the task of keeping Malmo out. Threw his body on the line and stood firm even when Malmo piled on the pressure. Looks to be growing in confidence as a first-choice centre-back but was a little uncertain in his passing with some wayward balls when playing out.
Robin Propper 7
Really finding his flow at Rangers after joining in the summer with another strong showing. Perhaps his best outing for the Ibrox club so far. Marshalled Malmo forwards well, conceding very few chances. Won his fair share of headers.
Neraysho Kasanwirjo 7
A selection surprise as he was thrown in for his first start but excelled even out of his favoured position. Solid defensively and offered an attacking threat at the other end. Blazed over in final stages with goal at his mercy - but a promising performance at left-back when Ridvan and Jefte were unavailable.
Connor Barron 6
Did a lot of the dirty work which often goes unnoticed in the midfield. Sensible in possession as he protected the ball and slowed things down when necessary. Dropped deeper than his midfield counterparts to ensure Malmo had no opportunity to counter as he broke up play.
Mohamed Diomande 6
A quieter evening for the midfielder. No doubt possesses the ability to dictate play and control games but instead just kept things ticking over in Sweden. Full of energy throughout a draining 90-minute effort. Booked after 12 minutes but wasn't phased as he walked the red card tightrope with aplomb.
Tom Lawrence 7
Started the match with real impetus as he surged forward and attempted defence-splitting passes.Won the ball in advanced areas on numerous occasions and helped kick-start attacking phases. Final ball was lacking, though - typified by his inability to send Dessers clean through in the second half.
Nedim Bajrami 8
Made the perfect start slotting into empty net within 60 seconds. Lively throughout and showed real quality in forward areas as he refused to turn back instead forcing his side forward. Wrong decision to square back to Dessers before break. Should have been leaving pitch with goal and couple of assists if not for team-mates' wasteful finishing.
Vaclav Cerny 6
A bundle of energy and a more than willing runner going in both directions. Some flashes going forward but unable to find a killer touch as he spurned huge opening five minutes from half-time, sending strike wide of the post. Helped out Tavernier defensively.
Cyriel Dessers 7
Pounced on slack backpass in first minute but hit the post - relieved as rebound allowed Bajrami to tuck home. Largely impressive forward display with hold-up and link-up qualities on show. Had a massive chance but sent it wide after 72 minutes - as profligacy continues to plague his game. Understandably, tired a little in final stages as the sole striker.
Ross McCausland (for Cerny, 69) 7
Quickly matched pace and made his impact with excellent finish. Determination to win ball and control before firing in off the post with his weaker left foot from just outside of the box. Makes a case for a starting spot with crucial impact to kill the contest.
Nico Raskin (for Lawrence, 80) 3
On for the final 10 minutes for his 50th outing for Rangers. Not a night for his intricate play but contributed to a resolute showing as the game fizzled out.
Dujon Sterling (for Bajrami, 84) 2
A few eyebrows raised as he was overlooked for the left-back role with Kasanwirjo deemed a better fit. Steadied the midfield in the final knocking as Rangers saw the game out to kick-start their Europa League campaign.
