Ross County FC vs Rangers FC, Premier League 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Ross County FC vs Rangers FC — Premier League at Global Energy Stadium.
- Ross County FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Rangers FC 7 games · 16 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee
- Assistant 1 David Roome
- Assistant 2 Paul McAvinue (Scotland)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 7 | 18 |
| 2 | Rangers FC | 7 | 16 |
| 3 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 7 | 13 |
| 4 | Dundee FC | 7 | 10 |
| 5 | St. Mirren FC | 7 | 10 |
| 6 | St. Johnstone FC | 7 | 8 |
| 7 | Aberdeen FC | 7 | 8 |
| 8 | Motherwell FC | 7 | 8 |
| 9 | Dundee United FC | 7 | 8 |
| 10 | Hibernian FC | 7 | 7 |
| 11 | Falkirk FC | 7 | 6 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 7 | 5 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr | Rangers FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 06 Apr | Kilmarnock FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 30 Mar | Aberdeen FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 16 Mar | Heart of Midlothian FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 13 Mar | Hibernian FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 02 Mar | Hibernian FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr | Ross County FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 07 Apr | Celtic FC | H | 3–3 | D |
| 30 Mar | Hibernian FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 14 Mar | Sport Lisboa e Benfica | H | 0–1 | L |
| 07 Mar | Sport Lisboa e Benfica | A | 2–2 | D |
| 02 Mar | Motherwell FC | H | 1–2 | L |
Key Stats
37%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (19 games)
H2H (19 games)
74%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
67%
Clean Sheets
Rangers FC this season
Rangers FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rangers FC
0-15
2/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
1/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
1/–
76+
3/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Rangers FC
| Lawrence Shankland | 3 G | |
| Ryan Naderi | 2 G | 1 A |
| Miguel Chaiwa | 1 G | 1 A |
| Thelo Aasgaard | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' That's the starting whistle at Global Energy Stadium. Ninety minutes of football awaits between Ross County FC and Rangers FC.
- 5' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 10' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 15' Jack Baldwin has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 15 minutes.
- 20' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 25' named a 4-5-1 earlier, and opted for a 4-2-3-1 in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 30' Ross County FC are deployed in a 4-5-1 today, looking to exploit space against Rangers FC's 4-2-3-1 shape.
- 35' The 28-year-old Kieran Dowell has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 40' That is a card for Ross County FC. Jack Baldwin will be fuming at that decision.
- 45' England international Todd Cantwell has been a key figure this campaign — 1 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 47' A stunning finish from Simon Murray — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 50' What composure from George Harmon! The England international strokes it home. 3-0.
- 54' Michee Efete has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 54.
- 59' The home supporters are growing impatient. Ross County FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 62' The referee has no hesitation. Victor Loturi is booked for Ross County FC — card on 62.
- 63' Tom Lawrence has so much to prove this time. He replaces Kieran Dowell on 63 minute.
- 68' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for Abdallah Sima.
- 69' What a strike from Josh Sims! The score is 4-0.
- 73' Time for substitution for Rangers FC. Cyriel Dessers is replaced by Kemar Roofe.
- 78' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 79' James Brown gets the nod from Ross County FC. He replaces Michee Efete and will look to change the dynamic.
- 84' Brandon Khela gets the nod from Ross County FC. He replaces Yan Dhanda and will look to change the dynamic.
- 89' Brilliant from the defender! James Tavernier makes it 4-1 with a superb finish on 89.
- 90' Ross County FC make a change. Simon Murray trudges off to be replaced by Max Sheaf on 90 minutes.
- Full Time. Ross County FC beats Rangers FC
Lineups
Ross County FC Lineups
4-5-1Starting XI
-
11
Josh Sims ↓ Jordan White 84'
-
10
Yan Dhanda ↓ Brandon Khela 84'
- 5
- 2
- 1
-
15
Simon Murray ↓ Max Sheaf 90'
- 16
- 42
- 18
-
24
Michee Efete ↓ James Brown 79'
- 14
Bench
-
12
Max Sheaf ↑ 90'
- 3
- 27
-
26
Jordan White ↑ 84'
- 17
- 40
- 28
-
4
James Brown ↑ 79'
-
19
Brandon Khela ↑ 84'
Coach
Don Cowie
Rangers FC Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
-
20
Kieran Dowell ↓ Tom Lawrence 63'
- 1
- 13
- 4
-
9
Cyriel Dessers ↓ Kemar Roofe 73'
- 31
- 5
- 6
- 2
- 7
- 19
Bench
- 27
-
11
Tom Lawrence ↑ 63'
-
25
Kemar Roofe ↑ 73'
- 21
- 28
- 43
- 17
- 38
- 54
Coach
Philippe Clement
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 |
Head to Head
Ross County FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.66
Ross County FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.52
Rangers FC xG
I would bet for:
Ross County FC or Rangers FC 74% + Both teams to score 63%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Ross County FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.18
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 61% |
|
39% |
| ± 3.5 | 39% |
|
61% |
| ± 4.5 | 22% |
|
78% |
Double Chance
Ross County FC or Draw
68%
Draw or Rangers FC
58%
Ross County FC or Rangers FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Rangers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.4%
2 – 1
8.4%
1 – 2
7.7%
2 – 2
6.3%
1 – 0
6.1%
0 – 0
5.8%
2 – 0
5.7%
0 – 1
5.5%
0 – 2
4.8%
3 – 1
4.6%
1 – 3
3.9%
3 – 2
Actual
Asian Handicap — Ross County FC
| Handicap | Ross County FC covers | Push | Rangers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 12% | 79% |
| -1.5 | 21% | — | 79% |
| -1 | 21% | 19% | 60% |
| -0.5 | 40% | — | 60% |
| +0.5 | 66% | — | 34% |
| +1 | 66% | 17% | 17% |
| +1.5 | 83% | — | 17% |
| +2 | 83% | 10% | 7% |
| +2.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
Clean Sheet
Ross County FC keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Rangers FC keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.