A previously unfancied striker is playing a crucial role in Rangers' revival, earning comparisons with Germany legend Thomas Muller. Ryan Naderi scored a first-half double against Kilmarnock, helping Derek McInnes' side secure a sixth straight league win and rise to the top of the Scottish Premiership.

This victory marked a significant turnaround for Rangers after their disappointing European exit and a shaky start with just a point from their first two Premiership games. They now sit a point ahead of Celtic, who are under pressure to reclaim the top spot when they visit Motherwell on Sunday.

While much attention has focused on Rangers’ strong defense, conceding only one league goal in their last five games, Naderi has defied skeptics by making a consistent impact at the other end of the pitch. Former Rangers forward Peter Lovenkrands praised him on BBC Sportsound, stating, "Naderi at times does things where you're like 'How did he do that?' He reminds me a lot of Thomas Muller."

Naderi has scored three goals in his past two league games, including the winner against Celtic before the international break. Initially struggling after joining from Hansa Rostock, he has now risen to prominence in the absence of injured teammates Lawrence Shankland and Youssef Chermiti.

With six goals and three assists, Naderi is proving his worth. His manager, McInnes, commended him, saying, "He's always such an honest boy, he's willing to put defenders under pressure. If we put the ball in the box, as we did in the first half, then he looks a threat. Everybody's so pleased for him. We need someone who would regularly be the goalscorer here at the club."