Kris Boyd’s demeanor shifted from nervous laughter to a confident smile as he reflected on Lyon’s dominant 4-1 victory over Rangers. Despite Lyon’s convincing win at Ibrox, with goals from Malick Fofana and Alexandre Lacazette, Boyd couldn’t resist taking a playful jab at Celtic.
The match showcased Lyon’s attacking prowess, with Fofana, Lacazette, and Rayan Cherki proving too much to handle for Rangers. In the aftermath, pundits analyzed the game, with Boyd and Ally McCoist providing contrasting views.
Boyd, known for his Celtic banter, quipped about the defeat, drawing parallels to Celtic’s past struggles. He highlighted missed opportunities by Rangers and praised Hearts for their European victory. Despite the loss, Boyd cheekily noted that Rangers didn’t fare as poorly as other Scottish clubs in Europe that week.
On the other hand, McCoist lamented the apparent decline in Rangers’ standards compared to the days of Gio van Bronckhorst. He observed the brilliance of Lyon’s attacking trio and emphasized how Rangers were outclassed by their opponents’ seamless coordination.
As the analysis unfolded, Boyd’s wit and McCoist’s reflections provided a colorful commentary on an eventful night at Ibrox.
Derek McInnes and Kilmarnock believe Rangers had a strong start but things went downhill quickly. McInnes noted that after Rangers’ front three got going, it became tough for his team. The fourth goal took away any hope for Rangers, and they just aimed to see out the match. McInnes observed that Rangers’ quality in the forward positions was the key factor.
