Miovski's stoppage-time strike keeps Rangers within reach of Celtic
Bojan Miovski scored in added time to give Rangers a 1-0 win over St Mirren, preventing them from falling seven points behind Celtic. The victory sets up two upcoming matches against their rivals, including a cup quarter-final and a league meeting. Manager Derek McInnes acknowledged his rebuilt squad still needs improvement despite six wins in seven games.
Rangers avoided a potentially damaging seven-point gap behind Celtic, as the league leaders also won 1-0 against St Johnstone. The stoppage-time result preserved Rangers' unbeaten home run, which now stands at five matches, with four consecutive victories since an early-season loss to Hibernian. Each of those four wins has been by a single goal, and the team has conceded only an own goal during that stretch.
Manager Derek McInnes acknowledged his rebuilt squad remains unfinished, noting that St Mirren dominated a 20-minute second-half spell. Former Rangers midfielder Andy Halliday praised the team's improved pressing and intensity in the first half but pointed to a lack of ruthlessness in front of goal. Fans had begun leaving Ibrox before Miovski's intervention, and the late winner triggered celebrations typically reserved for cup finals.
This result could shape the psychological dynamic ahead of two consecutive Old Firm meetings, which may heavily influence the title race's trajectory. A seven-point deficit this early would have intensified pressure on Rangers' rebuilding project and potentially dampened supporter confidence. Instead, the late victory may sustain belief that Rangers can compete, while also highlighting their reliance on narrow margins. The upcoming cup quarter-final and league clash could significantly affect momentum, fan sentiment, and the perceived viability of McInnes's long-term project.