Goals in either half from Cyriel Dessers and James Tavernier helped Rangers cruise to an impressive 2-0 Scottish Premiership win over Livingston at the Tony Macaroni Arena.
On a very comfortable afternoon in West Lothian, Philippe Clement's side continued to apply pressure on league leaders Celtic at the top of the table as they moved within five points, albeit briefly, ahead of the Hoops' clash with Aberdeen.
Dessers - reinstated to the starting line-up - fired the visitors in front after 26 minutes with a rather scuffed finish after Tavernier's earlier penalty miss.
The Gers skipper redeemed himself from the spot in the 75th minute to put the contest to bed and the Ibrox side could easily have added to the scoreline in a game dominated by VAR drama that also had two disallowed goals.
Here’s our Rangers post-match player ratings:
Unused subs: Robby McCrorie (GK), Dujon Sterling, Kemar Roofe, Ben Davies.
5. Leon Balogun - 8/10
The dependable Nigerian was brilliant yet again after missing out in midweek. Made some vital interceptions and has staked a strong claim to keep his place in the team going forward. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
6. Borna Barisic - 6/10
Solid but nothing spectacular from the Croatian. Didn't have a huge influence in an attacking sense and dead ball threat wasn't evident on this occasion. | Getty Images
7. Ryan Jack - 6/10
Has spoken of his desire at earning a new contract under Clement, the midfielder kept things simple and tidy in the middle of the park. Used the ball well and had an shot fail to hit the target. Subbed. | Getty Images
8. John Lundstram - 7/10
Continues to keep his doubters at bay with yet another strong performance. Won the midfield battle and made himself free to receive the ball on endless occasions. | SNS Group