The graduate in question completed a stunning turnaround against Celtic.
Mikey Moore, the academy graduate of Tottenham Hotspur, has been off the mark for Rangers in the Old Firm derby against Celtic. The young 18-year-old who has been on loan to the Scottish club has been considered the next big thing in England. He scored the third goal to complete an incredible turnaround in the old derby game at Celtic Park.
Moore has featured for the Tottenham senior team in 12 appearances in the Premier League, providing 1 assist. Since joining Rangers, found his form; however, it was shortened due to a muscle injury he picked up. After coming back from injury, he worked his way into the good books of Rangers supporters. Now, after sealing the derby with a goal, he might have won the hearts of the fans.
Mikey Moore finds his rhythm back under Danny Rohl
Celtic was leading in the first half with a 19-minute goal from Yang Hyun-Jun. The Glasgow giants made a second-half comeback after a brace in 9 minutes from Youssef Chermiti (50 and 59 minutes). Mikey Moore added more pain to the Celtic fans after a low strike. It went past Kasper Schmeichel to make 3-1 on 71 minutes. After this win, Rangers are on the same points as their arch rivals Celtic and three behind leaders Hearts.
The Spurs graduate scored his first goal against Dundee in early November. Before the injury struck during his international duty with England U19s. So far, he has played 22 games for the Rangers across all competitions. The goal against Celtic is his third goal for the side across all competitions. Along with this, he has 2 assists to his name.
Mikey Moore would love to perform well and finish the season on a high note. He will try to help the Glasgow Giants secure a place in the knockout rounds of the Europa League. He will look to add some more tally as the arrival of Danny Rohl has helped the Spurs graduate a lot, who has played more centrally, rather than out wide, and has found his rhythm.
After his performances in December, former Rangers striker Billy Dodds told BBC Sportsound, “He’s won the fans over.” “He hadn’t done that at the start of the season. You can see he’s got ability, it’s now about where you play him in this team.”