It was a huge moment for James Tavernier on Saturday as he slammed home his 131st senior goal, giving Rangers the lead and becoming the highest-scoring defender in the history of British football.
He was given a glorious chance in the first half, but missed a penalty – Scott Wright scoring the follow-up, only for it to be disallowed. Tavernier made amends, lashing a volley into the back of the Hibernian net.
Rangers went on to secure all three points and leapfrog Celtic to the top of the table, thanks to more goals from Cyriel Dessers – after a wonderful cross from Todd Cantwell. Rabbi Matondo, netting a third.
Rangers star James Tavernier breaks goalscoring record in 3-1 win
While it was a crucial win in the hunt for the Premiership title ahead of Celtic – who are in action at Livingston on Sunday afternoon – the day belonged to the Rangers captain, for his record-breaking strike.
The 32-year-old is enjoying one of his best seasons yet in terms of numbers, having a hand in 31 goals in his 47 games in both league and cup for The Gers. Age does not seem to be slowing Tavernier down.
Tavernier took to Instagram on Saturday following his record-breaking goal, his 131st at senior level – underlining his delight at finding the back of the net and overtaking Graham Alexander’s previous record.
Jermain Defoe makes Tavernier prediction after 131st senior goal
It is quite an incredible achievement. What may be even more incedible, is that Tavernier has not once earned himself an England call-up despite his incredible numbers. Despite taking Rangers to the title.
Even though, he has starred for Rangers in Europe. England are equipped with a supreme list of right-back talent, but his form should have earned a call-up at some point. Euro 2024 is now approaching.
Tavernier remains without a single senior call-up. But Jermain Defoe, a former Rangers player and coach, who won 57 caps for England – has a prediction. He commented, predicting an England call-up.
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