Rangers have taken another step closer to regular European action this season after a narrow 1-0 victory over FC Ufa in Thursday’s Europa League play-off tie. Steven Gerrard’s side will travel to Russia next week for the second leg and what stands as their final hurdle in the gruelling campaign to reach the Europa League group stages. The performance against the Europa League debutants at Ibrox was not the best but Rangers got the result they needed thanks to a goal from Connor Goldson – but it was his central defensive partner who caught the eye of some supporters. Rallying on social media, many fans praised Nikola Katic’s performance and attitude in the result as they continue to be impressed by one of Gerrard’s summer recruits, who has already become a huge hit in Glasgow. The 21-year-old has shown solid form in the early stages of the season and has captured the hearts of many fans, as we collect some of the best reactions to his performance below. Was searching up some things regarding Nikola Katic. Judging by what I’ve looked at, I think we got ourselves a gem. — Kevin Wakeham (@KWRFC1995) August 24, 2018 Nikola Katic is quickly becoming a real favourite of mine. — 3-minute-hero (@StewNCF) August 23, 2018 Nikola Katic is going to be different class, he’s so composed it’s unbelievable, looks like an experienced CB. Scary to think of his potential considering he’s only 21. — James Ferguson 🇬🇧 (@fergyRFC) August 23, 2018 Connor Goldson and Nikola Katic https://t.co/kJ5oru1z6W — Jay (@PercyLFC_) August 23, 2018 Nikola Katic and Connor Goldson are actually ridiculous. We are going to make millions. — Nadden (@NathanielHadden) August 23, 2018 Looks like Katic is upset we only won 1-0. Good attitude 👍 — Buffalo Soldier (@BuffaaloSoldier) August 23, 2018 Delighted with our central defensive partnership of Katic and Goldson – they have been tremendous acquisitions. However, that save from McGregor just after our goal is absolutely crucial – for me he has been our most important signing this window. — Douglas Kinnear (@Dougiek85) August 23, 2018 Other thoughts from the game: thought Ejaria played well, still not 100% on him but he had a good game tonight. Goldson & Katic solid. Morelos link up play looks to have improved ten-fold — Billy Ferguson (@bferguson4) August 23, 2018 so much talk and praise for Goldson but Niko Katic is oustanding. AND only 21. — darren. (@Dazorla) August 23, 2018 Katic doesn’t get the credit he deserves absolutely outstanding again 👊 — Gary Reid (@garyreid94) August 23, 2018 Another Solid preformance from Goldson and Katic! Honestly think this will blossom into one of the best defensive parntership in recent years! #Rangers #letsgo — Brian Campbell (@BrianCampbell72) August 23, 2018 Thought Ejaria was different class tonight, people far to quick to jump on his back, he’s put some shift in over the last few weeks, Goldson and Katic solid again 👏🏼💙 — David (@DavidMechan) August 23, 2018 It’s mental the confidence I have for the rangers defence in the space of a year. Goldson and Katic – match made in heaven 🔴⚪️🔵#Rangers #Solidasarock — Craig (@craig10g) August 23, 2018
Source: Football Fan Cast, Blog
Source: Football Fan Cast, Blog
