James Tavernier revealed in the pre-match press conference for the visit of Aberdeen that he was still the man in charge of spot kicks for Rangers, the Gers skipper didn’t disappoint, dispatching two past Joe Lewis in a brutal 5-0 win.
PENALTY TO RANGERS!
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) September 28, 2019
Having missed his last two, against Progres Niederkorn and Feyenoord, Tavernier was under pressure to relinquish penalty taking duties to Alfredo Morelos but Rangers gaffer, Steven Gerrard, left the decision to his captain.
The missed penalties have attracted more attention than the fact Tavernier has still got 6 assists to his name this season despite not reaching the same level of performance as last year.
With the score at 0-0, Rangers were awarded their first penalty after a crude challenge on Morelos. You would forgive Tavernier for passing the buck but showing true leadership qualities, he stood up and emphatically buried the ball into the top corner.
Rangers fans took to twitter to show their support for the man with the armband.
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— Alan M. (@Bluemaxx_uk) September 28, 2019
Well done Tav Keep the goals coming Rangers ????⚪️????
— Allan610 (@Allan6101) September 28, 2019
Yes TAV
— Rebecca Baillie (@baillierebecca4) September 28, 2019
As usual, the gifs came out when simple words just weren’t enough!
— ₆⁶₆ (@MsRFC72) September 28, 2019
— Rangers news (@Rang1872_) September 28, 2019
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