Following a victory over Aberdeen on Tuesday, Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin expressed confidence that his team can mount a serious challenge for the Scottish Premiership title. The Light Blues now sit three points behind leaders Hearts after securing their fourth consecutive win, a remarkable turnaround from their dire situation earlier in the season.
When Danny Rohl took over as manager in October, Rangers faced a seemingly insurmountable task. The club languished in sixth place, thirteen points adrift of Hearts under the previous regime. Since then, Rohl’s tactical adjustments and team cohesion have sparked a dramatic revival that has captured the attention of supporters and competitors alike.
Raskin acknowledged the psychological impact of earlier setbacks, particularly the defeat to Hearts last month that drew justified criticism. However, he emphasized that the team’s ability to recover from adversity demonstrates genuine character. Taking matches one at a time became the foundation for recent success, allowing Rangers to focus on controllable factors rather than distant goals.
The Belgian midfielder credited both his team’s improved performances and favorable results elsewhere in narrowing the gap. He cautioned against overconfidence, noting how quickly momentum can shift in professional football. Rangers must maintain consistency at Pittodrie in their next fixture to sustain their title push heading into the second half of the season.
Manager Rohl highlighted the importance of tactical versatility, pointing to set-piece proficiency against Aberdeen and transition-play effectiveness during the Celtic match. Dead-ball coach Scott Fry’s recent appointment has strengthened Rangers’ strategic arsenal, though Rohl insists continuous improvement across all facets remains essential for competing at the league’s highest level.
