A dismal night at Ibrox saw Rangers' European campaign plunge deeper into crisis as a slick AS Roma side secured a comfortable 2-0 victory that never looked in doubt.
Italian Masterclass Stuns Ibrox Faithful
The Glasgow giants were outclassed from the outset by Daniele De Rossi's organised Italian outfit, who demonstrated exactly why they remain one of Europe's most formidable sides. Rangers, now rock bottom of their group, looked a shadow of the team that has dominated Scottish football in recent seasons.
The visitors took control early, dictating the tempo and exposing gaps in Rangers' defence with alarming regularity. Despite the passionate home support roaring them on, Philippe Clement's men struggled to establish any meaningful possession or create clear-cut opportunities.
Clinical Finishing Proves the Difference
Roma's quality in the final third proved decisive, with both goals coming from well-worked moves that left Rangers' defence chasing shadows. The Italian side's movement and technical superiority were evident throughout, as they comfortably managed the game after establishing their lead.
"This was a reality check for Rangers," one pundit noted post-match. "The gulf in quality between the two sides was stark, and Roma never needed to move out of second gear to secure the three points."
Mounting Pressure on Rangers Boss
The result piles further pressure on manager Philippe Clement, whose side have now suffered consecutive defeats in European competition. Questions will inevitably be asked about Rangers' ability to compete at this level after such a comprehensive defeat on home turf.
With their European hopes now hanging by a thread, Rangers must regroup quickly ahead of their crucial domestic fixtures. The performance raised serious concerns about the squad's depth and quality when facing top-tier continental opposition.
Meanwhile, Roma's victory reinforces their credentials as genuine contenders in this season's competition, demonstrating the tactical discipline and clinical edge that could take them deep into the tournament.
