Paul Hartley reckons Cove Rangers have shown they can compete at a higher level by taking the Scottish Cup scalp of Alloa Athletic – and earning a crack at Premiership leaders Rangers. Although disappointed no Cove fans will likely be able to make the trip to Govan for the Rangers game, Hartley is glad to see everyone at the club rewarded for their efforts. “It’s also great for the Cove players who haven’t had the opportunity to play at Ibrox before. “It’s obviously a huge challenge too because Rangers are the country’s form team at the moment. Alloa took the lead first through Alan Trouten, with the experienced midfielder netting from the penalty spot, before Jamie Masson dragged Cove level.

Source: Express January 11, 2021 10:41 UTC