Motherwell gaffer Stuart Kettlewell believes Fashion Sakala was offside for Rangers’ third goal at Fir Park - despite VAR ruling that it stood.
27.02.2023 - 15:15 / dailyrecord.co.uk
There's no such thing as a resit when it comes to the Old Firm school of hard knocks.
You either make the grade or flunk out, as Rangers boss Michael Beale is learning now after failing his first big test of his Ibrox reign. And the frustrated Light Blues legions hope his big Hampden lesson sinks in fast after lamenting the team selection call that played a part in Gers being outclassed by Celtic in Sunday’s Viaplay Cup final.
Gareth Friel, Edinburgh, was first on the phone to say: “Beale said he wanted to bring in players for the starting XI, not just squad fillers - yet he leaves Nico Raskin out of the biggest game of the season! It was a crazy decision given the midfield he selected has failed time and time against Celtic. Hopefully he's learned his lesson or he'll find himself under big pressure very soon.”
Gavin MacLeod, Renfrew, added: “I have a bit of sympathy for Beale’s choice of team. Opting for John Lundstram over Raskin should have given his midfield the ‘dig’ to allow Malik Tillman and Glen Kamara to flourish. But after Lundstram lost three 50-50s in the first 15 minutes, that should have been the signal that a change was needed.
"The midfield three looked disjointed and lethargic - and it’s where the game was lost. Too slow to make changes cost Beale - hopefully it’s a harsh lesson learned.”
Gordon Stuart also emailed in, saying: "The post match huddle with the team only serves to confirm to me that our manager is a showman, trying too hard to say and do the right thing but with no substance. Many will say it’s too early but for me the next few months will be critical for his future as Rangers boss.”
Gordon Hendry, Ochiltree, said: “As a Rangers fan I'm disappointed we lost this final. The only difference
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