Rangers edge Motherwell as Aasgaard strikes after the restart | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Rangers edged past Motherwell 1-0 in the Scottish Premiership at Ibrox. Thelo Aasgaard settled it in the 67th minute with a left-footed finish from the left side of the six-yard box. Jack Butland preserved the clean sheet with smart late handling, tipping away Esapa Osong's header (88.). Rangers registered 13 shots on target from 28 attempts, forcing Calum Ward into a string of saves as the pressure mounted. The result lifts Rangers from fourth to third and they host St Mirren next, while Motherwell slip to fourth and host Celtic next.

Player of the Match: Thelo Aasgaard decided the contest with the only goal and drove the hosts forward with four successful dribbles and 10 possession wins.

Stat of the Match: Calum Ward produced 12 saves, repeatedly denying Rangers to keep the visitors in contention.

Three Things We Learned: James Tavernier created three chances and delivered four accurate crosses, providing a constant outlet on the right. Connor Barron made eight tackles, winning five, and added three key passes to link midfield to attack. Motherwell's timing hurt them in transition, with six offsides stalling promising breaks.