Tomer Hemed’s goal on his QPR debut gave them their first points under boss Steve McClaren. Here’s how we rated each Rangers player in the 1-0 win against Wigan.
Some of his decision-making when dealing with high balls into his area was questionable but Lumley, in for the dropped Matt Ingram, more than justified his selection. He produced a superb save to push away a first-half strike from Josh Windass and later denied him again as well as keeping out an effort from Nick Powell.
His lack of match sharpness showed at times but overall the veteran right-back put in the kind of solid display he was signed for while Darnell Furlong is out injured.
Much better from the German defender after horror shows against West Brom and Bristol City. This time he was strong, composed and gave a captain’s performance at the back.
Better too from Lynch, who had one of his best games for Rangers. He won a couple of crucial challenges in his own box and in the opposing one he helped set up the goal, albeit with what looked like a foul on Cheyenne Dunkley.
Typically solid and unspectacular stuff from the left-back, who also played a key role in the goal, heading Luke Freeman’s corner back towards goal.
Was asked to play on the flank, where he is much less effective. Tried his best defensively, especially in the second half.
Not always convincing in a two-man midfield which required more running from him than in a three, but he stuck to the task and provided decent protection for the back four.
Has been struggling for form so far this season and looked well off the pace again despite his honest work-rate.
Doesn’t find it easy out wide, where his lack of pace hampers him at times. His set-piece delivery is always an asset though and paid off again with his corner for the goal. Earlier, he set up a chance for Nahki Wells with a lovely through-ball. Missed a good chance seconds into the second half, however, after Wells teed him up.
Took his goal well and his all-round performance was exactly what Rangers needed. He led from the front, his link-up play was excellent and so too was his pressing of Wigan’s defenders. A fine start.
His touch sometimes let him down and he clearly tired in the second half, but Wells was lively throughout on his debut. He set up a chance for Freeman and was denied by a good save with a powerful strike on goal.
This post was last modified on 25/08/2018
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A win is a win no matter how unconvincing it is