Rangers’ Fear Factor: Kyogo Furuhashi Strikes Dread into Ibrox Defences
Former Rangers player Ross McCormack has revealed that Celtic’s Kyogo Furuhashi is the player who instills fear in the Ibrox club’s defenders. Despite Daizen Maeda’s impressive record against Rangers, McCormack believes Furuhashi’s impact is more significant.
“Every time Rangers go and play Celtic, the Rangers’ defence looks petrified at what Kyogo might do to them,” McCormack stated on Hotline Live. “And that’s the impact that Kyogo’s had on all the goals he’s scored against Rangers in the derby games.”
Furuhashi’s impressive record against Rangers supports McCormack’s claim. In 15 matches, the Japanese striker has scored eight goals, contributing to nine Celtic victories, three draws, and only three defeats.
His goals have come in crucial matches, including:
- Scottish Premiership: Late equaliser (1.1.2023), title-sealing double (8.4.2023), Ibrox winner (3.9.2023), and New Year derby winner (30.12.2023)
- Scottish League Cup: Double in Celtic’s 2-1 win (26.02.2023)
McCormack’s assessment highlights Furuhashi’s significance in Celtic’s dominance over Rangers. As the teams prepare for their upcoming League Cup final clash, Rangers’ defence will need to find a way to contain the Japanese talisman.
Key Developments:
- Ross McCormack claims Rangers defenders are “petrified” of Kyogo Furuhashi
- Furuhashi has scored eight goals in 15 matches against Rangers
- McCormack believes Furuhashi’s impact is more significant than Daizen Maeda’s
- Celtic and Rangers set to face off in League Cup final
- Furuhashi’s record against Rangers makes him a key player in the upcoming match
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