Glasgow Rangers faced a devastating setback in their quest for the Scottish Premiership crown as they succumbed to a 3-2 defeat at the hands of Ross County on Sunday.

The Light Blues appeared listless and devoid of quality in both attack and defense against the Staggies, who capitalized on their vulnerabilities to secure a significant victory.

Despite initially taking the lead through a first-half own goal by Jack Baldwin, Rangers quickly found themselves trailing after conceding two quick goals early in the second half. Ross County went on to score a third goal before James Tavernier converted a late penalty for a consolation.

With this defeat, Philippe Clement’s men now trail Celtic by four points in the league standings, with a crucial game in hand against Dundee looming on Wednesday. The pressure is mounting for Rangers as they face an uphill battle in their title aspirations this season.

Several Rangers players underperformed in the match, notably John Lundstram in midfield. However, it is the poor showing of Cyriel Dessers that stands out as a major concern.

Lundstram’s lackadaisical display was evident throughout the game, despite his significant involvement with 108 touches. His solitary key pass and failure to create scoring opportunities for his teammates underscored his ineffectiveness in driving the team forward. Additionally, his defensive lapse led to Ross County’s second goal, as he failed to track George Harmon’s run at the back post.

While Lundstram showed resilience in winning physical battles and tackles, his overall performance was marred by his subpar decision-making and lack of urgency on the ball.

On the other hand, Dessers endured a nightmarish outing against Ross County, squandering multiple scoring chances that proved costly for Rangers. His inability to capitalize on clear-cut opportunities, including a high xG (Expected Goals) chance, highlighted his profligacy in front of goal.

One particular missed opportunity, where Dessers hesitated in front of goal, exemplified his struggles as he failed to convert a golden chance that could have altered the outcome of the match.

In conclusion, Rangers’ defeat to Ross County exposed glaring weaknesses in both individual performances and overall team cohesion, raising concerns about their ability to challenge for the Premiership title. Significant improvements will be required if they are to salvage their title hopes and mount a serious comeback in the remaining fixtures of the season.