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Rangers Misfortune: Raith Rovers Free Kick Scores Past Steve Simonsen in Scottish Cup Fifth Round

Rangers Misfortune: Raith Rovers Free Kick Scores Past Steve Simonsen in Scottish Cup Fifth Round


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Rangers Misfortune: Raith Rovers Free Kick Scores Past Steve Simonsen in Scottish Cup Fifth Round

Rangers goal keeper Steve Simonsen watches the ball fly into the net as Raith Rovers Ryan Conroy scored from a free kick during the Scottish Cup fifth round tie at Ibrox Stadium

Rangers Football Club is a Scottish professional football club based in the Govan district of Glasgow

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© Kirk ORourke


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In this evocative photograph, the expression on Steve Simonsen's face tells the story of a pivotal moment in Scottish football history. The scene is the fifth round of the Scottish Cup tie between Rangers and Raith Rovers at Ibrox Stadium in 2003. With the scoreline delicately poised at 1-1, the visitors were awarded a free kick just outside the penalty area. Ryan Conroy, Raith Rovers' talented midfielder, stepped up to take the set-piece. The Rangers wall, including the unfortunate Steve Simonsen, huddled together in anticipation of a routine save. But Conroy had other ideas. With a deftly placed shot, the ball curled over the wall and dipped past Simonsen, leaving the goalkeeper rooted to the spot as it found the back of the net. The photograph captures the exact moment of realization for Simonsen, as he watches the ball fly into the net, his eyes wide with disbelief. The image encapsulates the raw emotion and unpredictability of the beautiful game, as the underdogs continued their surprising run in the competition. The Scottish Cup, a trophy synonymous with Scottish footballing tradition and history, looms large in the background, serving as a reminder of the prestige and significance of the competition. The photograph is a testament to the thrill of the unexpected, the drama of the underdog story, and the enduring allure of football. This powerful image, captured by Kirk O'Rourke, is a snapshot of a pivotal moment in Scottish football history, and a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the sport we all love.

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