Rangers 2-0 Hibs: Pundits Reveal Shocking Twists Behind Victory

The match was laden with tension from the outset—demonstrations swirling before kickoff, a tangible sense of unease gripping the stadium. Russell Martin’s squad had their work cut out for them, and it took that crucial second goal to finally settle the nerves and let them breathe. Hibernian appeared sluggish, their energy sapped, while Rangers shifted their defensive approach with a subtle adaptability that spoke volumes. Watching Nico Raskin rise from the sidelines to command the midfield was a revelation; his header didn’t just break the deadlock—it dissolved the doubts hanging over the team. Behind the scenes, whatever turmoil might have brewed within Rangers’ ranks remains undisclosed, but Martin’s ability to steer through that fog and rally his players was nothing short of impressive. On the flipside, Hibs seemed to stumble after halftime, struggling to create meaningful chances and lacking the spark they’ve shown all season. It left fans and pundits alike wondering just what went wrong in this contest. Dive deeper and catch all the insights directly here: LEARN MORE

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Former Rangers and Scotland winger Neil McCann on BBC Sportsound

It’s a difficult game for Russell Martin and the team – demonstrations before the game, apprehension in the stadium.

When they got the second, they were comfortable. Hibs looked a bit lethargic and Rangers adjusted how they defended at times.

It’s a big relief for Martin and his players.

I don’t think there was ever a doubt from people who know Nico Raskin that you’d get the right reaction.

He’s gone from sitting in the stands to the starting line-up and you can see why. He bossed the game today in terms of the energy required.

It took Nico’s header to take the nerves away from the team.

What’s happened within the bowels of Rangers, we’re not privy to the details, but what fallout there might have been, you have to find a way as a manager to resolve it and do the best thing for the team.

Nico showed today that he’s a big player for Rangers.

Former Hibernian midfielder Scott Allan on BBC Sportsound

The way Rangers started the second half, they looked to really pin Hibs in at times.

The only way Hibs were getting out would be a ball turned down a channel, hoping Kieron Bowie could spring from there.

They looked more hopeful than definitive in terms of how they were going to create chances. They had chances from set pieces, but the delivery wasn’t on the money when you know the quality they possess.

Rangers defended well the second half but it all comes from how they played. They dominated the ball and moved the ball well.

Hibs ran out of ideas and didn’t look the same as they have done since the start of the season.

There’s no question David Gray will be disappointed in the goals that they lost, especially after the disallowed one.

It’s the poorest I’ve seen Hibs this season, I can’t lie.