VAR Robbery at Ibrox? Rohl Fumes as Late Drama Leaves Rangers Four Points Off the Pace
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The Scottish Premiership clash between Rangers and Motherwell on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Ibrox Stadium delivered chaos, controversy, and a crushing blow to the hosts’ title hopes, as the visitors snatched a dramatic 3-2 victory.
Danny Rohl cut a frustrated figure after full-time, blasting officials for what he described as an “obvious” penalty that was ignored by VAR. The incident involved Djeidi Gassama, who appeared to be fouled inside the box by Lukas Fadinger during a crucial moment in Rangers’ fightback.
Despite his anger, Rohl refused to hide behind excuses, urging his players to treat their remaining fixtures as “cup finals” in a desperate push to salvage the title race.
Match Overview: Chaos, Comeback… and Heartbreak
Rangers were stunned early on as Motherwell raced into a two-goal lead inside 25 minutes. Fadinger opened the scoring with a composed finish before Emmanuel Longelo doubled the advantage, exposing defensive frailties once again.
To their credit, Rangers responded.
Youssef Chermiti pulled one back to spark belief, before Nicolas Raskin completed the comeback, sending Ibrox into full voice as momentum swung firmly toward the home side.
But just as Rangers pushed for a winner, disaster struck.
Deep into stoppage time, Longelo struck again to seal a stunning 3-2 victory for Motherwell—silencing Ibrox and leaving Rangers’ title ambitions hanging by a thread.
The Big Talking Point: VAR Controversy
The defining moment came when Gassama went down under pressure from Fadinger inside the box. Rohl didn’t hesitate post-match:
“It’s clear. Everyone can see it. That’s why VAR exists.”
Yet, no penalty was given.
The decision has reignited debate around VAR consistency in the Scottish Premiership, with Rangers once again feeling on the wrong end of a crucial call.
Title Race Blow
The defeat leaves Rangers third, now four points behind leaders Hearts, with just four games remaining.
Rohl’s message was clear: no excuses, only focus.
“We have four finals left. That’s the mindset.”
What Went Wrong?
- Defensive lapses early on cost Rangers dearly
- High line exposed by Motherwell’s counter-attacks
- Missed chances—and a missed penalty decision
- Late-game vulnerability punished ruthlessly
Final Word
This wasn’t just a defeat—it was a defining moment in the title race.
Between VAR controversy, a spirited comeback, and a devastating late goal, Rangers were left with frustration, questions, and a mountain to climb.
Now, all eyes turn to the final four games.
Can Rohl’s “wounded troops” respond… or was this the day the title slipped away?
