Rangers were in action in a pre-season friendly on Sunday.
Some Rangers fans have been left impressed by new defender Filip Helander after his performance against Derby County at Ibrox on Sunday.
Steven Gerrard’s side were hosting the Rams as the two sides ramp up preparations for their leagues kicking off next week.
The Gers of course have already started their competitive action this summer, with this fixture sandwiched between a two-legged tie against Progres Niederkorn in UEFA Europa League qualifying.
The 1-0 win was comfortable for the home side who dominated possession, territory and chances throughout the 90 minutes.
In truth, Gerrard’s team probably should have won by a bigger margin, with only a Nikola Katic header able to separate the two sides.
The Gers have been in good goalscoring form so far this summer but after a draw last week against Blackburn Rovers and a host of missed chances littering Thursday’s match, the Ibrox boss will likely have wanted his team to be more ruthless in and around the box.
The clean sheet is sure to boost the confidence the defence, with Derby rarely able to put the Scottish side under any real pressure.
New signing Helander was composed on the ball and solid with his primary duties before being substituted off just after the hour mark.
He was even nearly on the scoresheet towards the end of the first half, with only a save from Kelle Roos denying him a bit of glory on the half volley.
The most important thing was getting minutes into his legs, but fans can at least be encouraged he looks a confident and stable member of the defensive line in the early goings.
These supporters took to Twitter to share their thoughts on his Ibrox display…
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