Ten-man Rangers were on the end of their third consecutive heavy defeat without scoring despite a much-improved performance against Napoli in a thrilling Champions League group stage encounter.
James Sands was sent off for conceding a penalty before Allan McGregor produced a terrific double save from the spot. But Matteo Politano's penalty and late strikes from Giacomo Raspadori and Tanguy Ndombele secured the victory for the Serie A side.
The three points for Napoli ensures they top Group A with maximum points after two games, with Rangers remaining winless ahead of back-to-back meetings with Liverpool next. Here's how the Light Blues rated at Ibrox.
Rangers Ratings
ALLAN McGREGOR : Still hard to fathom how van Bronckhorst decided to drop the 40-year-old but surely can be no doubt now he’s best man for the job after his incredible double penalty stop. So close to making it a treble as Politano rammed home from the spot. 8
JAMES TAVERNIER : Recovered from the knock that forced him off early in Amsterdam. Couple of dangerous deliveries but replaced late on as he was forced to take a booking for the team after wiping out Kvaratskhelia. 6
CONNOR GOLDSON : Responded to the criticism that crashed down on his shoulders after last week’s Ajax disaster. Another defeat but can hold head high this time. 7
JAMES SANDS : Copped a second yellow for brining down Simeone in the box but was only a fraction out from making the perfect tackle. A shame as it had been a much improved display from the American. 6
JOHN LUNDSTRAM : Again moved into the back three as he was given the responsibility of taking care of Kvaratskhelia as the Georgian wonderkid drifting inside. Did a decent job. Booked for dissent. 6
BORNA BARISIC : Swung over some terrific crosses as he bombed forward at every opportunity to support Kent but it was his flailing handball that gave Napoli the breakthrough. 6
STEVEN DAVIS : The veteran Northern Ireland skipper rolled back the years with a vintage display during the first half but as he tired, Gers lost their grip on the game and Napoli pounced. 7
RYAN JACK : Been a flat start to the season from the Scotland midfielder but this was more like it as his energy levels returned. Helped Gers control first half before it fell apart after the break. 6
SCOTT ARFIELD : Almost capped his 200th Gers appearance with an early scorcher but couldn’t sort his feet for big chance just after the break. 6
RYAN KENT : Where has this Kent been? After a disappointing start to the season he dug out a blistering 45 minute display full of drive and purpose. Faded after the break. 7
ALFREDO MORELOS : Patched things up with his boss as he returned to make his first start since March. Provided a much-needed social point but lack of sharpness showed with a couple of wayward finishes. 6
Subs
LEON KING - on for Jack as van Bronckhorst looked to shore up his defence after sending off. 4
RABBI MATONDO - took over from Arfield but could not provide a spark. 3
ANTONIO COLAK - Replaced Morelos but made no impact. 2
GLEN KAMARA - Couldn’t get close enough to stop Raspadori adding a second. Robbed as Ndombele added third. 1
MALIK TILLMAN - Took over from Davis but game was gone. 2
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