Rangers Slip to Narrow Defeat in Allan McGregor's Testimonial
McGregor Receives Big Ibrox Send-Off
WEB Rangers suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to English Premier League side Newcastle United at Ibrox in their Allan McGregor testimonial. Thirty years after their last victory at Ibrox, Newcastle returned to Govan to repeat the 2-1 scoreline. Harrison Ashby scored an 87th-minute winner as Newcastle beat Rangers in Allan McGregor's farewell match.
Harrison Ashby's Late Header Seals Victory for Newcastle
The match was a closely fought affair, with both sides creating chances throughout the game. Rangers took the lead in the first half through Scott Arfield, but Newcastle equalized in the second half through Jacob Murphy. The match looked set to end in a draw, but Ashby's late header gave Newcastle the victory.
McGregor Handed Big Ibrox Send-Off
Allan McGregor was given a big send-off by the Ibrox faithful. The goalkeeper, who has made over 400 appearances for Rangers, announced his retirement earlier this year. He was given a standing ovation when he was substituted in the second half.
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