Rangers FC vs Ross County FC, Premier League 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Rangers FC vs Ross County FC — Premier League at Ibrox Stadium.
- Rangers FC 12 games · 27 pts (2026/27)
- Ross County FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Stuart Stevenson
- Referee Frank Connor
- Referee Don Robertson
- Referee David Lowe
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 13 | 31 |
| 2 | Rangers FC | 12 | 27 |
| 3 | Falkirk FC | 13 | 21 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 12 | 20 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 12 | 17 |
| 6 | Dundee United FC | 12 | 17 |
| 7 | St. Johnstone FC | 13 | 17 |
| 8 | St. Mirren FC | 13 | 14 |
| 9 | Motherwell FC | 13 | 13 |
| 10 | Hibernian FC | 12 | 11 |
| 11 | Aberdeen FC | 12 | 11 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 13 | 9 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jan | Ross County FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 26 Jan | Heart of Midlothian FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 22 Jan | St. Mirren FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 29 Dec | Celtic FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Kilmarnock FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 20 Dec | Hibernian FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jan | Rangers FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 25 Jan | Celtic FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 22 Jan | Heart of Midlothian FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 29 Dec | St. Johnstone FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 26 Dec | Motherwell FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 21 Dec | Livingston FC | A | 0–4 | L |
Key Stats
37%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (19 games)
H2H (19 games)
74%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
55%
Clean Sheets
Rangers FC this season
Rangers FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rangers FC
0-15
3/1
16-30
4/–
31-45
3/2
46-60
2/2
61-75
4/1
76+
5/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Rangers FC
| Ryan Naderi | 6 G | 3 A |
| Kevin Kelsy | 4 G | |
| Lawrence Shankland | 3 G | |
| Miguel Chaiwa | 1 G | 1 A |
| Thelo Aasgaard | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The wait is over. Rangers FC get us underway at Ibrox Stadium.
- 5' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 10' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 15' Rangers FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Ross County FC backline.
- 20' It is a cagey affair so far. Rangers FC in their trying to find a way past Ross County FC's compact .
- 25' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Jermain Defoe suffering a number of foals already.
- 30' Ross County FC is showing some good football. However, Ross County FC are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 35' The energy levels are beginning to show. Steven Gerrard might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 40' Ross County FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 41' What a moment for Jermain Defoe! That strike on 41 puts his side firmly in control.
- 45' Ross County FC player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 47' The Canada Scott Arfield breaks the deadlock on 47 minutes. 2-0!
- 52' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Connor Goldson.
- 57' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 62' Rangers FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Joe Aribo is hanging Jermain Defoe on the field on 62 minute.
- 67' It’s a booking for Rangers FC player. Matt Polster gets a Yellow card.
- 68' Time for substitution for Rangers FC. Ryan Kent is replaced by Alfredo Morelos.
- 72' It is a substitution in Ross County FC team. Iain Vigurs is replaced by Lewis Spence on 72 minute.
- 74' A meaty challenge results in booking for Lewis Spence on 74.
- 74' Jordan Jones has so much to prove this time. He replaces Steven Davis on 74 minute.
- 76' It’s a booking for Ross County FC player. Sean Kelly gets a Yellow card.
- 78' The crowd applauds Billy McKay as he leaves the pitch. Lee Erwin steps in for Ross County FC.
- 83' Rangers FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Ross County FC's shape.
- 86' Marcus Fraser picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- Rangers FC celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Rangers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
9
Jermain Defoe ↓ Joe Aribo 62'
-
10
Steven Davis ↓ Jordan Jones 74'
- 11
- 31
- 18
- 25
-
14
Ryan Kent ↓ Alfredo Morelos 68'
- 37
- 6
- 1
- 19
Bench
- 21
-
17
Joe Aribo ↑ 62'
- 4
-
20
Alfredo Morelos ↑ 68'
-
22
Jordan Jones ↑ 74'
- 13
- 63
Coach
Steven Gerrard
Ross County FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 21
- 22
- 25
- 15
- 2
- 3
- 14
-
26
Don Cowie ↓ Ross Draper 74'
-
11
Iain Vigurs ↓ Lewis Spence 72'
- 20
-
9
Billy McKay ↓ Lee Erwin 78'
Bench
-
16
Lewis Spence ↑ 72'
- 18
- 1
- 19
-
8
Lee Erwin ↑ 78'
- 4
-
6
Ross Draper ↑ 74'
Coach
Stuart Kettlewell
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| James Tavernier | 8 |
| Jordan White | 5 |
| Cyriel Dessers | 4 |
| Joe Aribo | 3 |
| Alfredo Morelos | 3 |
| Connor Goldson | 3 |
| Ryan Jack | 3 |
| Ryan Kent | 3 |
Rangers FC Form
Ross County FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
1.86
Rangers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.56
Ross County FC xG
I would bet for:
Rangers FC to win 67% + Under — clean sheet likely 63%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Rangers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.42
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 89% |
|
11% |
| ± 1.5 | 69% |
|
31% |
| ± 2.5 | 43% |
|
57% |
| ± 3.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
| ± 4.5 | 11% |
|
89% |
Double Chance
Rangers FC or Draw
89%
Draw or Ross County FC
33%
Rangers FC or Ross County FC
78%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Rangers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 0
15.9%
2 – 0
Actual
0 – 0
10.8%
1 – 1
9.9%
3 – 0
9.1%
2 – 1
8.4%
3 – 1
5.3%
4 – 0
4.2%
0 – 1
4.1%
4 – 1
2.6%
1 – 2
2.5%
2 – 2
2.4%
Asian Handicap — Rangers FC
| Handicap | Rangers FC covers | Push | Ross County FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -2 | 20% | 21% | 59% |
| -1.5 | 41% | — | 59% |
| -1 | 41% | 26% | 33% |
| -0.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +0.5 | 91% | — | 9% |
| +1 | 91% | 7% | 2% |
| +1.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
| +2 | 98% | 2% | 0% |
| +2.5 | 100% | — | 0% |
Clean Sheet
Rangers FC keeps clean sheet
57%
✓
Ross County FC keeps clean sheet
16%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

