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‘You can’t just live on that you’ve won a couple of games against Celtic’ – Rangers hero issues stern warning

DEREK FERGUSON says he would have hooked Emmanuel Fernandez in the first half against Hearts. Former Rangers ace Ferguson reckons the Ibrox defender was woeful in Wednesday night’s 2-2 draw. And he admits his defensive display does not instil confidence…

By Michael Baillie · The Scottish Sun

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 7:51 AM

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Derek Ferguson warned Rangers cannot rely on past wins over Celtic after drawing 2-2 at Hearts.
Ferguson argued Rangers lacked aggression at Tynecastle compared to their recent 1-0 win at Celtic Park.
Ferguson sharply criticized defender Emmanuel Fernandez, claiming he should have been substituted in the first half.

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Former Rangers player Derek Ferguson warned the club cannot rely on recent victories against Celtic following their 2-2 draw with Hearts at Tynecastle. Ferguson argued that manager Derek McInnes' side lacked the aggression shown in their 1-0 win at Celtic Park, stressing that titles are won by performing in tough away fixtures.

Speaking on BBC Sportsound, Ferguson also criticized defender Emmanuel Fernandez's performance, stating he would have substituted him during the first half. He praised teammate Olwethu Makhanya, who scored a late equalizer, but warned that McInnes faces major selection dilemmas ahead of the Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Aberdeen.

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