Cyriel Dessers delivered a moment to remember on his milestone night, scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner to hand Rangers a thrilling 4-3 victory over Dundee FC at Dens Park on Saturday.

The Super Eagles striker’s late heroics capped off an incredible comeback, with Rangers showing resilience to fight back twice from two-goal deficits. The game was an emotional rollercoaster for fans, players, and coaches alike, showcasing the never-say-die attitude of the Glasgow giants.

Dundee started the game in spectacular fashion, stunning Rangers with an early opener from Simon Murray in just the second minute. The quick goal unsettled the visitors, forcing them to rethink their approach as they sought a swift response.

The hosts further compounded Rangers’ woes in the 19th minute when Joe Shaughnessy found the net, doubling Dundee’s lead and putting the pressure squarely on the title-chasing side.

However, Rangers refused to crumble under the early onslaught. Their persistence paid off just before halftime when James Tavernier whipped in a dangerous cross that Shaughnessy inadvertently turned into his own net, handing Rangers a crucial lifeline as they went into the break.

The second half saw Rangers pushing aggressively for an equalizer, with Dessers thought to have leveled the scoreline early in the period. However, VAR intervened, ruling his effort offside and denying the Nigerian forward what would have been a crucial goal.

Dundee took full advantage of the let-off, restoring their two-goal cushion in the 62nd minute through Scott Tiffoney, leaving Rangers with an uphill battle to salvage the game.

Despite the setback, Rangers refused to back down. Tavernier, one of the team’s most influential players, stepped up once again in the 75th minute, rifling home a goal to reduce the deficit and ignite hope among the traveling fans.

Their persistence was rewarded in the 81st minute when Tom Lawrence pounced on a loose ball in the box to fire home the equalizer, setting up a frantic and nerve-wracking finale. With momentum now firmly in Rangers’ favor, the team pressed for a winner.

Just when it seemed the game was destined to end in a draw, Dessers capitalized on a defensive lapse in stoppage time. Dundee defender Aaron Donnelly misjudged a header, allowing the Nigerian striker to pounce on the loose ball. With composure, Dessers calmly guided his shot past the onrushing goalkeeper, sending the Rangers fans into a frenzy and completing a remarkable comeback.

Reflecting on his match-winning strike, Dessers expressed his joy in an interview with Rangers TV.

“It was very nice to score so late, but the 90 minutes before that were not that nice. At the end, if you can score like that in your 100th game, it is a very nice feeling. It was an unbelievable moment, scoring an injury-time winner.”

The goal marked Dessers’ 45th for Rangers in 100 appearances since joining the club from Cremonese in 2023. His journey at Ibrox has seen its fair share of highs and lows, but his knack for delivering in crucial moments continues to underline his importance to the squad.

While some critics have questioned his consistency, performances like this prove that Dessers remains a vital asset as Rangers push for silverware. His ability to step up in high-pressure situations and his determination to keep fighting until the final whistle highlight the qualities that make him a fan favorite at Ibrox.

With the league race heating up and cup competitions still in play, Dessers’ form could be a defining factor in Rangers’ quest for success this season. His milestone 100th game will undoubtedly be one he remembers for years to come—a night where he etched his name further into Rangers folklore with a goal that epitomized grit, resilience, and determination.