Rangers are not becoming predictable, says Martyn Waghorn
Sunday 13 December 2015 21:58, UK
Martyn Waghorn admits Rangers are finding it tough to break stubborn defences down but says his side have not become predictable.
The Gers came dangerously close to manager Mark Warburton's first Ibrox defeat as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Morton on Saturday.
They were a goal up within 90 seconds after Kenny Miller nodded them in front but despite an encouraging opening half an hour, failed to add to their lead as they tried to walk the ball into the net.
However, Waghorn, who had to strike quickly to seal a point after James Tavernier's own goal was followed up by Stefan McCluskey's strike seven minutes from time, rejected suggestions that the surprise element has disappeared from the Rangers attack.
"I don't think teams are figuring us out but they are making it harder for us to break them down," said the striker, who has now bagged 20 goals this season.
"It's up to us to do that though. We've got plenty of quality in this squad. We keep the ball, we're patient and tire the other team out with 20 or 30 minutes left to go.
"Morton gave their all on Saturday, though and there was about four or five of them going down with cramp. That's credit to them and they deserved their point."
Warburton's side now face promotion rivals Falkirk and Hibernian in their next two fixtures and remain three points in front after the two drew in Edinburgh on Saturday but Waghorn insists nothing will be decided over the next 15 days.
"Every game is vital now," he said. "Falkirk will pose us a different challenge. They caused us problems at our place so it's up to us to work hard this week, get a plan in pace and move on from the Morton game.
"Can it be the most decisive fortnight of our season so far? Yes and no. We're playing the other teams in the top four three games running so it will be tough challenges.
"But it's not just a two-week season. We've got to go right through to May. What happens over the next couple of weeks won't be defining. We believe in our own quality and will back ourselves to come back even stronger."
