Rangers manager Kenny McDowall hails his side's spirit after defeat by Hibernian
Saturday 14 February 2015 08:09, UK
Rangers caretaker manager Kenny McDowall was in defiant mood as he reflected on the Ibrox side's third straight defeat.
After dropping out of the domestic cups at the hands of Celtic and Raith Rovers in recent weeks, they enjoyed little relief on their return to Championship duty on Friday night as Hibernian claimed a battling 2-0 victory at Ibrox.
The result means Alan Stubb's side leapfrog Rangers in the standings, although the men in Light Blue have games in hand, and a more spirited display gave McDowall fresh hope.
He said: "We showed great determination and passion. The players have been knocked but, to a man, I thought they were fantastic.
"Tonight they gave everything. They left it all on the pitch. We just can't get the ball over the line at the moment."
Hibernian manager Stubbs was watching his side record a third league win over the Glasgow side this season and he was heartened by the fact that they came through their latest test with flying colours.
He said: "We showed a different side to us and showed a real steeliness. Rangers knocked us off our stride but what we always have is goals in the team.
"I'd like to finish top but it's Hearts' to lose. Do I think we can finish second? Yes, but it's a big ask. If we keep getting results like this is gives us a good chance."
