Rangers FC are heading into a huge weekend with confidence growing at Ibrox after securing another important Scottish Premiership victory.

The Glasgow giants defeated St Mirren 1-0 at Ibrox on Wednesday night, with substitute Bojan Miovski scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner. The victory extended Rangers’ winning run and provided another positive result for manager Derek McInnes as he continues to build momentum with the team.

The win also comes at an important time for Rangers, with the club preparing for a major Old Firm encounter against Celtic on Sunday.

Miovski Delivers Late Winner

Rangers had to wait until the final moments of the match to find a breakthrough against St Mirren.

Bojan Miovski came off the bench and produced the decisive moment in the 91st minute, securing a 1-0 victory for the home side. Rangers’ official website confirmed that the striker’s late goal was enough to give the Gers all three points.

The result was particularly valuable because Rangers had created opportunities earlier in the match but struggled to turn their dominance into goals.

St Mirren goalkeeper Jacob Chapman made several important saves during the first half, keeping his team in the contest. Rangers continued to push after the break, but it appeared that the visitors might leave Ibrox with a point.

Miovski had other ideas.

His late strike sparked celebrations around Ibrox and ensured Rangers continued their positive run in the Scottish Premiership. The Guardian also described the goal as a dramatic last-gasp winner for Rangers.

Rangers Continue Strong Run

The victory over St Mirren was another step forward for McInnes and his squad.

Before the St Mirren match, Rangers had already defeated Motherwell 1-0, with Ryan Naderi scoring the winning goal. That result represented Rangers’ third consecutive Premiership victory at the time.

Rangers have therefore shown an ability to grind out results even when performances have not always been spectacular.

That characteristic could prove important during the long Scottish season. Winning tight matches is often what separates title contenders from teams competing for the European places.

McInnes will now be hoping that Rangers can maintain their momentum when they face their biggest domestic rivals.

Old Firm Clash Against Celtic

The next major challenge for Rangers is the Old Firm derby against Celtic at Ibrox on Sunday, September 13.

The match is a Premier Sports Cup quarter-final, with a place in the semi-finals at Hampden Park at stake. Rangers’ official weekly guide confirmed that the two Glasgow rivals will meet at Ibrox in a crucial cup fixture.

It will also be an important occasion for McInnes, who is experiencing his first Old Firm fixture in the Rangers dugout.

The manager will be determined to use the team’s recent winning momentum to secure a place in the next round of the competition.

For Rangers supporters, beating Celtic would be more than just another victory. It would provide an early statement under McInnes and could give the squad additional confidence for the remainder of the campaign.

Injury Concerns Remain

Despite the recent results, Rangers have some concerns over their attacking options.

Captain Lawrence Shankland suffered an injury during the victory over Motherwell after being forced off early in the match. Ryan Naderi replaced him and subsequently scored the winning goal.

Shankland’s absence is significant because he was brought to Rangers after establishing himself as one of Scotland’s most prolific strikers. The club officially announced his signing from Hearts on a two-year contract, with an option for another year. He arrived at Ibrox having scored 88 goals in 171 appearances for Hearts.

Rangers will therefore be hoping that other attacking players can continue to contribute while the squad deals with injuries.

The emergence of players such as Naderi and Miovski is particularly encouraging. Both have now demonstrated that they can make decisive contributions when called upon.

Rangers’ Defence Also Showing Resilience

Another positive from the recent matches has been Rangers’ defensive record.

The team recorded consecutive 1-0 victories over Motherwell and St Mirren, demonstrating an ability to protect narrow leads.

Goalkeeper Ivor Pandur also made an important contribution against St Mirren, with Rangers highlighting his crucial save and his role in helping the team secure the three points.

For McInnes, building defensive consistency will be particularly important ahead of the Celtic match.

Old Firm games can be decided by very small margins, and Rangers will need to remain organised if they want to stop Celtic’s attacking players.

Celtic Present a Major Test

Celtic will provide Rangers with a completely different challenge.

The two clubs are accustomed to playing high-pressure matches against each other, and the cup setting adds another layer of importance. There will be no league points to share; one team must progress to the semi-finals.

Rangers enter the match with confidence after their recent winning run, while Celtic will be determined to stop their rivals from advancing.

The atmosphere at Ibrox is expected to be intense, particularly because the match represents McInnes’ first opportunity to experience the Old Firm rivalry from the Rangers dugout.

What Rangers Need to Do

Rangers will need to combine the defensive discipline they have shown recently with greater efficiency in attack.

Against St Mirren, they created opportunities but had to wait until stoppage time to score. Against Celtic, wasting chances could prove much more costly.

The performances of Miovski and Naderi will therefore be important, especially if Shankland remains unavailable.

Rangers also need to maintain their composure. Old Firm matches can become emotionally charged, and avoiding unnecessary mistakes or disciplinary problems could be decisive.

Conclusion

Rangers FC are entering a crucial period of their 2026/27 season.

The 1-0 victory over St Mirren, secured by Bojan Miovski’s 91st-minute goal, has extended the team’s winning momentum and given supporters another reason for optimism.

However, the biggest challenge is now approaching.

Rangers will face Celtic at Ibrox on Sunday in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final, with a place in the semi-finals at stake.

With injuries affecting some important players, McInnes will need to make the most of the squad available to him.

Miovski and Naderi have already shown that they can step up when Rangers need them most. If the defence remains solid and the attack becomes more clinical, the Gers will have every reason to believe they can overcome Celtic and continue their pursuit of silverware.

The Old Firm is next — and Rangers will be hoping their recent winning momentum continues at Ibrox.

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