Those had Steven Gerrard’s side ahead at the interval against the Bairns who performed well but rarely threatened a slick visiting side – still powerful despite seven changes from the Europa League draw with Benfica.
After the break, a volleyed stunner from James Tavernier – supplied by his partner in crime Borna Barisic on the opposite flank – gave Rangers enough comfort to begin ringing the changes.
Several youngsters were given a taste of first team action and many made the most of their chance in a comfortable win that takes Rangers into a quarter final with ___ next month.
Here’s how the Rangers players rated using our usual scale.
Scale - 10: One of the best performances you've seen. 9: Outstanding. 8: Very good. 7: Good. 6: Average. 5: Poor, 4: Very poor. 3: A terrible day at the office. 2: Abysmal. B: One of the worst performances you've seen.
13. Glen Kamara - 8
Entered after 25 minutes and ended up everywhere for Rangers in his usual midfield composure. Zungu sitting deep allowed him to rove all over the pitch. Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos
14. Leon King - 6
Looked comfortable at right back after replacing captain Tavernier for his debut. Got high up the park like the captain but by then Rangers were cruising at 4-0. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
15. Greg Stewart (r) - 5
Honed his skill as a youth not far from The Falkirk Stadium, but made a limited impact in a more withdrawn attacking role after coming on. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
16. Glenn Middleton - 6
Did ok when he came on in the second half for first Rangers appearance in 18 months but didn't make the impact his young colleagues did. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group