Hamza Igamane’s second-half double helped Rangers get back on track to draw 2-2 with Motherwell, although Philippe Clement’s men are now 14 points behind leaders Celtic ahead of their Old Firm clash.
The hosts were on course for their first league win against Rangers at Fir Park since Boxing Day 2002 thanks to first-half goals from Apostolos Stamatelopoulos and an eye-catching strike from the impressive Tawanda Maswanhise.
However, the visitors responded in the second quarter after Clement made changes at half-time and substitute Igamane scored twice to secure victory in the stand.
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Apostolos Stamatelopoulos appeared to be handballing before scoring the first goal against Rangers, but after a VAR review Motherwell went ahead
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Tawanda Maswanhise scores a stunning goal to extend Motherwell’s lead over Rangers
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Hamza Igamane wins the ball back for Rangers early in the second half
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Igamane scores his second goal against Motherwell
However, Motherwell substitute Tony Watt had two goals ruled out and manager Stuart Kettlewell was also sent off after receiving two cautions in quick succession as a breathtaking encounter finished flawlessly.
As Celtic rub shoulders with St. Johnstone, Rangers now face the daunting prospect of hosting the runaway leaders on January 2 in a match that can be watched live Heavenly sports.
Thursday, January 2, 2:00 p.m
Starts at 3:00 p.m
