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Kilmarnock fans react to Arsenal loanee Zech Medley’s performance v Rangers

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Kilmarnock fell to defeat on Saturday afternoon, losing 1-0 away at Rangers in a tighter game than many expected.

Ryan Jack’s stunning volley secured all three points for Rangers at Ibrox, with Steven Gerrard’s men unable to make the win any more convincing.

Kilmarnock didn’t offer a huge threat, but were solid at the back for the most part, with Zech Medley playing a key role.

The 20-year-old joined Killie on loan from Arsenal in January, penning a deal until the end of the season after spending the first part of the campaign on loan at Gillingham.

Medley’s decision was thrown into question when Killie sacked boss Alex Dyer, but replacement Tommy Wright has given him a key role.

Medley started against Rangers and turned in a strong display, showing why he is still highly regarded back at Arsenal.

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - FEBRUARY 13: Zech Medley of Kilmarnock controls the ball during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Kilmarnock at Ibrox Stadium on February 13, 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images

Killie fans took to Twitter to call Medley ‘outstanding’ and ‘excellent’, claiming he ‘bossed’ the game against Scotland’s top side.

Others believe he looks like a seasoned pro despite his relative youth, with Arsenal fans surely encouraged by these words of praise from north of the border.

BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - MARCH 03: Zech Medley of Arsenal FC looks on during the Premier League International Cup match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco FC at Meadow Park on March 03, 2020 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)
Photo by James Chance/Getty Images