Barry Ferguson has never been one to hide his emotions when it comes to Rangers—and this week was no different.
The former Ibrox captain revealed he was pushed to the brink of frustration while watching Rangers fall 2-0 behind against Falkirk, admitting he was “ready to smash” his television before an extraordinary turnaround salvaged the situation.
A Nightmare Start Sparks Fury
Coming into the match, Rangers were widely expected to cruise to victory. With title rivals Hearts and Celtic having already secured wins, the pressure was on to respond—and respond convincingly.
Instead, what unfolded in the opening half left Ferguson stunned.
Rangers looked disjointed, sluggish, and completely off the pace. Falkirk capitalized with two early goals, punishing a lethargic start that Ferguson described as simply unacceptable.
“I couldn’t believe what I was watching,” he admitted. “You expect a tough game, especially given the job Falkirk have done this season, but not like that. The way Rangers started was nowhere near good enough.”
While he was quick to credit John McGlynn’s side for their impressive campaign and top-six credentials, Ferguson made it clear that Rangers had no excuse for their lack of urgency.
Six-Goal Response Shows Character
If the first half sparked anger, the second half delivered relief—and then some.
Rangers returned from the break with renewed intensity, flipping the game on its head in spectacular fashion. What followed was a relentless attacking display that saw them score six times, eventually sealing a remarkable 6-3 victory.
It was a response that underlined both the quality and resilience within the squad, even if it raised questions about their consistency.
For Ferguson, the comeback softened the frustration—but didn’t completely erase it.
“Fair play for the reaction,” he implied, “but you can’t keep putting yourselves in that position.”
A Timely Reset for Danny Rohl
For manager Danny Rohl, the result was ultimately what mattered most. Three points secured, pressure maintained, and momentum preserved.
Yet the performance highlighted issues that cannot be ignored.
The upcoming break could not have arrived at a better time. With injuries lingering and fatigue creeping in, the squad now has a chance to regroup—both physically and mentally.
A warm-weather training trip to Spain offers players the opportunity to recover, reset, and sharpen focus ahead of the decisive stretch of the season.
Rohl will be hoping the time away brings consistency to match the flashes of brilliance shown in that explosive second half.
Job Not Done Yet
Despite the dramatic victory, Rangers remain locked in a tight race where every slip could prove costly.
The comeback against Falkirk may go down as one of the most thrilling moments of their campaign—but it also serves as a warning.
Slow starts, as Ferguson’s reaction made clear, won’t always be so easily forgiven.
For now, though, Rangers can breathe. The points are secured, the spirits lifted—and perhaps most importantly, Ferguson’s TV remains intact.
