Rangers vs Aberdeen
Scottish Premiership
Tuesday
6th February 2024
Ibrox Stadium
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Scottish Premiership fixture between Rangers and Aberdeen.
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Rangers form analysis
The Gers have been in good form in their recent games, with Bernardo and Furuhashi goals condemning them to 2-1 defeat at Celtic despite rallying late through Tavernier’s consolation. Bouncing back followed however in emphatic 3-1 home win over Kilmarnock – McCausland and deadline day addition Sima strikes building commanding lead before Cantwell rounded off victory after Armstrong’s brief fightback.
Building ruthlessness, clinical away performance then saw off Hibernian 3-0 through summer signing Yilmaz’s impressive brace complemented by lively Cantwell, before marksman Dessers finished of things to reaffirm credentials. Tight 1-0 wins away over St Mirren and at home to Livingston followed, with lone Dessers and Cantwell goals either side of Silva’s first Rangers strike completing solid rather than spectacular results – grinding out victories despite the strained performances. Increased pragmatism and moments of individual inspiration could provide a platform towards sustained title push.
Aberdeen form analysis
Confident results cemented Aberdeen’s strong buildup entering 2024, blowing away Ross County 3-0 through McGrath’s brace and a late Miovski strike showcasing their lethal attack in clinical display. However points then slipped during a disappointing draw away to poor St Johnstone next game – only Miovski’s penalty temporarily edging them ahead before late lapse allowed Saints back in. Subsequent 2-0 defeat away at Hearts raised further doubts after again failing to respond once behind – lacking ideas and intensity being comfortably outgunned after the break despite first half parity.
Improved performance followed back at Pittodrie during well fought 1-1 draw against Dundee, Miovski reliable again converting penalty for lead before familiar issues resurfaced as Ashcroft quickly levelled, denying deserved win their control warranted. And concentration then faltered during entertaining home draw with Celtic last game – bright start rewarded through Miovski opener before surrendering momentum after slack reply allowed swift equalizer, again failing to recover setback despite the draw a creditable result on balance.
