Ally McCoist calls out Rangers star live on air, Danny Röhl shouldn’t play again after awful display vs Motherwell. He’s had enough

McCoist’s Fury: Rangers Star Blasted After Late Motherwell Equaliser Derails Title HopesIn a dramatic twist at Fir Park, Rangers’ title aspirations took a significant hit as they were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by a resilient Motherwell side. The result leaves Danny Röhl’s men in second place in the Scottish Premiership, now five points adrift from leaders Hearts after 26 games. With Celtic on 51 points from 25 matches and lurking just behind, this dropped points could prove costly in what has become a thrilling three-horse race.

The match started brightly for Rangers, who took an early lead in the sixth minute through Nicolas Raskin’s well-taken strike. The Belgian midfielder capitalized on a swift counter-attack, slotting home from the edge of the box to give the visitors a deserved advantage. Rangers dominated the first half, creating several chances but failing to extend their lead. Motherwell, unbeaten at home in their last nine outings and boasting just one defeat in 15 games overall, grew into the contest after the break.

The Steelmen pushed forward relentlessly, even after being reduced to 10 men in the 78th minute when Lukas Fadinger received a red card. Their persistence paid off in the 89th minute when Stephen Welsh rose highest to head in a late equalizer from a corner, despite the numerical disadvantage. The goal sent the home crowd into ecstasy and silenced the traveling Gers supporters. Rangers had opportunities to seal the win earlier, but poor finishing and defensive lapses allowed Motherwell to snatch a point.

Former Rangers legend and pundit Ally McCoist didn’t hold back in his post-match analysis, dismantling captain James Tavernier for what he called a “schoolboy error” in the build-up to the equalizer. “Tavernier has been a stalwart for this club, but tonight he was all over the shop,” McCoist fumed. “That corner was avoidable – he lost his man, switched off at the crucial moment, and cost his team two vital points. In a title race this tight, you can’t afford lapses like that from your leaders. It’s frustrating because Rangers had the game in their grasp, but individual mistakes are sinking them further away.”

McCoist’s comments echo his previous criticisms, such as those aimed at Connor Goldson and Cyriel Dessers in past defeats. He highlighted the broader issue: “This draw feels like a loss. Rangers are now relying on slip-ups from Hearts and Celtic. With Hearts facing Celtic soon, a draw there would help, but Gers need to sort their own house out first.”

The result sees Rangers on 52 points from 26 games, while Motherwell sit fourth with 44 from 25. Hearts lead with 57, and Celtic remain in contention. Röhl post-match admitted: “We controlled it but didn’t kill it off. It’s disappointing, but we fight on.”

This setback underscores the Premiership’s competitiveness this season. Rangers must regroup quickly for their next fixture, or risk watching the title slip away entirely. As McCoist put it, “The pressure is mounting – time for the stars to shine, not shrink.”