Rangers player ratings as Cyriel Dessers flops and 5 others condemned for dismal efforts in Celtic misfire

Despite an extensiver summer rebuild, Rangers find themselves back in a familiar position - behind Celtic.

Many on the blue side of Glasgow felt Brendan Rodgers' side were vulnerable going into the first Premiership Old Firm clash of the season after a Viaplay Cup defeat to Kilmarnock and a goalless draw at home to St Johnstone. But it was the Hoops who left Ibrox with all three points thanks to Kyogo Furuhashi's goal in first half stoppage time.

The Gers inquest has already begun, with their big money strikeforce coming under fire. Sam Lammers should have scored after rounding Joe hart while Danilo saw an effort saved by the visiting keeper but the decision to take Kemar Roofe off for the Brazilian wasn't well received by the fans. Cyriel Dessers failed to impress as well as Michael Beale's new look attack proved to be far too blunt. Here's how they and their teammates ranked out of ten.

Jack Butland No chance with Kyogo’s early-hit stunner but was an assured presence and made a big save when Maeda was close to pouncing. 7

James Tavernier: Frustrating afternoon as couldn’t get up the pitch as much as usual. Got more deliveries in late on when Rangers pinned Celtic in. 6

Connor Goldson: Caught out with the opener after poor header clearance allowed O’Riley to capitalise. Wayward at times with diagonal balls and should have hit target with headed chance. 6

John Soutar: Classy in possession and looked to pick out the front two with direct balls over the top. Was alert to deal with Celtic’s counter attacks. 6

Dujon Sterling: Sharp going forward and linking with Matondo down the left. Did well to keep Abada mostly quiet but balance was never quite right. 6

Ryan Jack: Took a while to get to grips in the engine room as