Rangers increased their lead at the top of the cinch Premiership with a thumping 6-1 win over Motherwell on Sunday, a day after Celtic, Dundee United and Hearts all dropped points. The latter duo lost to St Johnstone and Aberdeen respectively with the Dons jumping into the top six.
There was a significant result in the Championship with Dunfermline losing 4-2 at Arbroath despite taking an early 2-0 lead. It led to Pars fans turning their anger towards manager Peter Grant who was ultimately relieved of his duties on Sunday.
The Old firm are back in European action this week, while Ross County and Hibs will play the league fixture which was called off on Saturday with it rescheduled for Wednesday evening.
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5. MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 31: Rangers' Calvin Bassey (L) and James Tavernier during a cinch Premiership match between Motherwell and Rangers at Fir Park, on October 31, 2021, in Motherwell, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Steven Gerrard reckons his side were “an inch away from being perfect” in the 6-1 thumping of Motherwell. Rangers have had their difficulties this season despite being top of the league with the manager admitting they haven’t been themselves but the win increased their lead at the top. Gerrard said: "I think that's been coming. It's almost been in the post.” (Various) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
![Former Celtic star Kris Commons believes Rangers look “shaky” defensively even after their 6-1 win over Motherwell on Sunday. The pundit believes there is a strong title race this season. He said: “They [Celtic] are much closer to Rangers than many people expected them to be, given the chaotic nature of their summer”. (Daily Mail)](https://www.thestar.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmU2Njg5ZWEwLWUwYzUtNGM1MC1hY2Q0LTI3NDYyZGIwZjk0YTo0NDMzNGNkZS1iMTBkLTQ0NWYtOTk5OS02YTYzN2U5Nzk5NjE=.jpg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=640)
6. Commons on "shaky" Rangers
Former Celtic star Kris Commons believes Rangers look “shaky” defensively even after their 6-1 win over Motherwell on Sunday. The pundit believes there is a strong title race this season. He said: “They [Celtic] are much closer to Rangers than many people expected them to be, given the chaotic nature of their summer”. (Daily Mail) Photo: SNS Group Craig Foy
7. Ferguson reveals Halliday chat
Aberdeen star Lewis Ferguson revealed Hearts midfielder Andy Halliday spoke to him after the game and apologised for the tackle which earned him a red card. The Hearts substitute was sent off late on by Kevin Clancy for the late challenge. Ferguson said: “He apologised and stuff, so no hard feelings there.” (The Scotsman) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
8. Beale would find it 'difficult to say no' to Cardiff
Michael Beale would find it hard to say no if Cardiff City approached him to become their new manager, according to pundit Danny Mills. The Rangers No.2 was linked with a vacant post at the Welsh side after they sacked Mick McCarthy. Mills said: “If I was Cardiff I’d be thinking ‘He’s done well at every club he’s been at, he’s obviously a very, very good coach. Yes, let’s give it a go’.If he got offered that chance, it would be difficult to say no and not take that opportunity.” (Football Insider) Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group