Ferencvárosi 2-1 Rangers Player Ratings: Bence Ötvös 8.5/10 Rated as Hosts Complete Comeback in Thrilling 2-1 Win

What a rollercoaster of a match at the Groupama Aréna. Ferencvárosi staged a brilliant comeback to seal a 2-1 victory over Rangers in a captivating Europa League encounter. This was a game defined by resilience and clinical finishing. Rangers looked to be in control after Bojan Miovski coolly slotted them ahead in the 27th minute.

It felt like Rangers might just run away with it. They were composed, and the early goal seemed to settle them. But credit where it's due, Ferencvárosi did not let their heads drop for a second. They fought their way back, and their persistence paid off spectacularly just before the halftime whistle.

The equalizer from Bence Ötvös was a thing of beauty, a moment that completely shifted the momentum of this match. The second half was a tense, cagey affair, but the hosts found the decisive moment. Barnabás Varga rose highest to head home the winner, sending the home crowd into delirium and securing all three points in dramatic fashion. Here are Sportsdunia's Ferencvarosi vs Rangers player ratings.

Ferencvárosi Player Ratings vs Rangers

Check out the Ferencvarosi player ratings for the Ferencvarosi vs Rangers fixture.

Goalkeeper

Dávid Gróf - 6.5: Couldn't do much about the goal he conceded. He made a crucial save late in the game to preserve the lead. His distribution was okay, though not perfect, losing possession a few times. A solid, if not spectacular, outing.

Defenders

Gábor Szalai - 7.5: What a rock at the back. We noticed he won nearly every duel he contested, making nine in total. He was composed, made six vital clearances, and even posed a threat from a set-piece with a header that went just wide. A commanding performance.

Ibrahim Cissé - 7.0: A captain's performance. Provided the assist for the crucial equalizer which was a huge moment. His passing was crisp and accurate, helping to build attacks from deep. Defensively sound, he was a calm presence throughout.

Toon Raemaekers - 7.0: This guy was everywhere, with over 100 touches on the ball. His pass completion of 95% was simply outstanding, dictating the tempo from the back. He was a bit suspect in some aerial duels but his work on the ball more than made up for it.

Midfielders

Bence Ötvös - 8.5: Our man of the match, without a doubt. He scored the vital equalizer and was an absolute force in the midfield. He won 12 duels, made four tackles, and was constantly driving his team forward. A truly phenomenal, all-action display that changed the game.

Cebrail Makreckis - 6.5: A tireless worker in the middle of the park. He put in a real shift but was a bit wasteful in possession at times. Had one shot from distance that flew over. Did his job but didn't light up the game.

Gabi Kanichowsky - 6.5: Very neat and tidy in possession, keeping things ticking over with a high pass accuracy. However, from our perspective, he didn't offer enough of a threat going forward. Substituted after a decent but unspectacular performance.

Callum O'Dowda - 8.0: The creative spark for his team. He delivered a perfect cross for the winning goal, one of four chances he created. He was a constant threat with his delivery and movement. A superb attacking contribution.

Alex Tóth - 7.5: Hugely influential, especially in the final third. He played 17 passes into dangerous areas, always looking to unlock the Rangers defence. He forced a good save with a shot from distance and was solid defensively too.

Forwards

Yusuf Bamidele - 5.5: It just wasn't his night. He got into some great positions but missed a couple of big chances that you'd expect a forward to bury. He looked lively but his lack of composure in front of goal was frustrating to watch.

Barnabás Varga - 8.0: The match-winner. He was a nightmare for the Rangers defenders, winning a staggering 13 duels. He took his goal brilliantly with a powerful header. A classic number nine performance, full of fight and a clinical edge.

Substitutes

Kristoffer Zachariassen - 6.0: Came on to shore things up and did his job effectively.

Lenny Joseph - 6.0: Brought energy but also picked up a booking shortly after coming on.

Júlio Romão - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Cadu - N/A: Arrived late in the game.

Aleksandar Pesic - N/A: A very late change to see out the game.

Manager

R. Keane - 7.5: Got his tactics spot on. His team showed immense character to fight back from a goal down. His changes were logical and helped see out a massive victory for his side.

Rangers Player Ratings vs Ferencvárosi

Check out the Rangers player ratings for the Ferencvarosi vs Rangers fixture.

Goalkeeper

Jack Butland - 5.5: A difficult night for the keeper. He conceded two goals and was credited with an error leading to a shot. He only made one save all game, and from our perspective, he looked a bit shaky under pressure. Not his finest hour.

Defenders

James Tavernier - 6.0: Not the influential performance we've come to expect. He made some key interceptions but struggled to make an impact offensively. He was substituted in the second half after a quiet evening by his high standards.

Nasser Djiga - 6.0: A very busy defender. He made six clearances which was important, but he also received a yellow card and was caught out of position a few times. A mixed performance, showing both good and bad moments.

Jayden Meghoma - 5.5: Looked out of his depth at times. He made an error that led directly to a shot and was dribbled past too easily. A tough learning experience for the young defender against a determined attack.

Emmanuel Fernandez - 6.5: Fought hard all game. He won an impressive 10 duels and was a constant presence, making 7 clearances. However, he also missed a good headed chance and gave away a couple of needless fouls. A committed but flawed display.

Midfielders

Max Aarons - 6.0: He was involved in the buildup for some attacks but his performance was marred by a yellow card. He was substituted relatively early, and you felt he had more to give. Just didn't quite happen for him.

Connor Barron - 5.0: This was a performance to forget. He was a passenger for large parts of the game, losing possession 19 times and failing to impose himself on the midfield battle. A really ineffective display from him.

Djeidi Gassama - 6.0: He showed flashes of what he can do, winning all of his duels in a spirited display. Despite his effort, he struggled to create anything meaningful before being substituted. A lot of running for little reward.

Nicolas Raskin - 7.0: One of the few bright sparks for Rangers. He was constantly trying to make things happen, recovering the ball 10 times and creating two chances for his teammates. He never stopped working and showed real quality on the ball.

Forwards

Bojan Miovski - 7.5: Scored an excellent goal and looked like a constant threat. His movement was intelligent and his finish was clinical. His injury-enforced substitution was a massive blow for Rangers; they weren't the same team without him.

Danilo - 6.5: Provided a smart assist for the opening goal. He worked incredibly hard, pressing from the front, but his influence faded as the match went on. A decent contribution but he couldn't maintain his early impact.

Substitutes

Dujon Sterling - 6.0: Came on and nearly scored with a header, but offered little else.

Mikey Moore - 6.0: Had a shot blocked but couldn't find a way through the defence.

Findlay Curtis - 6.5: Looked lively and forced a save with a shot from distance.

Youssef Chermiti - 5.5: Failed to make any impact after replacing the injured Miovski.

Thelo Aasgaard - 6.0: Added some fresh legs but couldn't change the result.

Manager

D. Röhl - 6.0: His team started perfectly, taking the lead and looking comfortable. However, he had no answer when Ferencvárosi raised their game. The team lost its shape and composure, and his substitutions failed to swing the momentum back in their favour.

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