Scottish Premiership 2018/19: Dundee vs Rangers

A title-chasing Rangers side failed to dispatch a depleted 10-man Dundee who were sitting uncomfortably at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership table. This valuable point has lifted them from their relegation spot. A lack of imagination, partly due to the absence of Alfredo Morelos meant that the Glasgow giants were unable to convert their high possession into any chances: let alone goals. Heres a tactical analysis of the match focussing on the aspects that must be addressed should their title hopes remain alive.

Line-ups

Gerrards starting line-up was well-received by fans before kick-off. Needing three points and four goals, the attack-heavy starting 11 was an aggressive statement of intent. Despite the approval, it lacked balance and, in the end, any real creativity or cohesion. The 4-2-3-1 was geared to offer variety moving forwards but Jim McIntyres Dundee side had other plans with a 4-4-2 that sometimes drifted into a 4-5-1 as they defended deep.

Weak foundations

With only four