Rangers Secure 2-0 Champions League Lead Over Panathinaikos

Findlay Curtis, a 19-year-old winger who has been with Rangers since age six, scored his first senior goal to help Rangers secure a 2-0 victory against Panathinaikos in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier. His goal, a brilliant solo effort early in the second half, shifted momentum in Rangers' favor, especially after Panathinaikos was reduced to 10 men following a second yellow card. Curtis received personal congratulations and words of wisdom from football legend Sir Alex Ferguson, who attended the match and praised the young player, an honor that Curtis deeply values. Rangers manager Russell Martin also lauded Curtis for his character, mentality, and willingness to learn, emphasizing that this performance should be the start of a promising career. Despite a challenging first half where goalkeeper Jack Butland made several crucial saves, Rangers improved significantly in the second half, largely due to Curtis's impact. The victory puts Rangers in a strong position ahead of the second leg in Athens, with Curtis and the team looking forward to building on this success.