Ally McCoist’s Perfect Verdict on Rangers Star Emmanuel Fernandez’s Masterclass Against Aberdeen

In a dominant Scottish Premiership display on January 6, 2026, Rangers cruised to a 2-0 victory over managerless Aberdeen at Ibrox, leaping above Celtic into second place and closing to within three points of leaders Hearts. Goals from Emmanuel Fernandez in the 11th minute and Nico Raskin just before halftime sealed the win, as Danny Röhl’s side extended their unbeaten run and showcased growing confidence under the German manager.Standout performer was defender Emmanuel Fernandez, whose masterclass at the heart of defence kept Aberdeen’s sporadic attacks at bay. The young centre-back not only opened the scoring with a clinical finish but delivered crucial blocks—including a vital stop on substitute Leighton Clarkson in stoppage time—and marshalled the backline impeccably against a disjointed Dons side struggling in eighth place.Rangers legend and pundit Ally McCoist, known for his forthright views, has long championed defensive solidity. Echoing past praise for key players, his “perfect verdict” highlights Fernandez’s impact, urging the club to secure his long-term future with a new contract amid interest from elsewhere. Fernandez’s composure and leadership have been instrumental in Rangers’ resurgence, making him indispensable as they chase silverware.As Röhl’s men prepare for the reverse fixture at Pittodrie, tying down talents like Fernandez could prove pivotal in sustaining this momentum.