Those had Steven Gerrard’s side ahead at the interval against the Bairns who performed well but rarely threatened a slick visiting side – still powerful despite seven changes from the Europa League draw with Benfica.
After the break, a volleyed stunner from James Tavernier – supplied by his partner in crime Borna Barisic on the opposite flank – gave Rangers enough comfort to begin ringing the changes.
Several youngsters were given a taste of first team action and many made the most of their chance in a comfortable win that takes Rangers into a quarter final with ___ next month.
Here’s how the Rangers players rated using our usual scale.
Scale - 10: One of the best performances you've seen. 9: Outstanding. 8: Very good. 7: Good. 6: Average. 5: Poor, 4: Very poor. 3: A terrible day at the office. 2: Abysmal. B: One of the worst performances you've seen.
5. Borna Barisic - 9
May have been a candidate for a rest but showed his worth with a delicious delivery for Tavernier's goal and his own pin-point accuracy benefitted with a free-kick of his own. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
6. Brandon Barker - 3
Barely on long enough to make an impression before being replaced by Glenn Kamara. Would have been the perfect night to get behind the Bairns defence but not to be. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
7. Bongani Zungu - 6
First start and sat deep. Took his time to get into it but showed all the attributes he will be an asset once he slots into the game plan. Sat deep which allowed Kamara to get around. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
8. Ianis Hagi - 5
Played through the middle where he's at his most dangerous but looked frustrated for much of the game. When he did get on the ball looked positive and creative but it was too seldom. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group