Kris Boyd calls Rangers star an ‘absolute failure’ over his shocking performance against Celtic in the Scottish Cup

Kris Boyd calls Rangers star an ‘absolute failure’ over his shocking performance against Celtic in the Scottish Cup

Kris Boyd, the former Rangers striker and outspoken pundit, has launched a scathing attack on Rangers winger Djeidi Gassama, branding him an “absolute failure” following his dismal showing in the recent Scottish Cup quarter-final clash against Celtic.

The high-stakes Old Firm encounter at Ibrox ended in heartbreak for Rangers, with the match finishing 0-0 after extra time before Celtic triumphed 4-2 on penalties. Gassama, who featured prominently, endured a night to forget. Substituted or struggling throughout, his performance drew heavy criticism for lacking impact, poor decision-making, and failing to influence the game in key moments against a resolute Celtic defense.

Boyd, never one to mince words, pulled no punches in his post-match analysis. “Gassama was an absolute failure out there,” he reportedly fumed. “When everything was on the line in a cup tie against Celtic, he offered nothing—no creativity, no threat, no work rate to turn the tide. It’s shocking for a player who’s supposed to be a game-changer.”

The defeat piles pressure on Rangers amid a challenging season, where the Glasgow giants have often fallen short in big games against their rivals. Boyd highlighted how Gassama’s “shocking” display epitomized broader issues, including a lack of killer instinct and inability to capitalize on dominance. Fans echoed the sentiment online, with many calling for the winger to be dropped or scrutinized further.

Gassama, who joined Rangers with expectations of flair and pace from the flanks, has struggled to consistently deliver in high-pressure fixtures. This latest critique from Boyd—a Rangers legend known for his goal-scoring exploits—stings particularly hard, underscoring the need for improvement if the player is to salvage his Ibrox career.

As Rangers regroup, Boyd’s words serve as a stark reminder: in Old Firm battles, individual failures can cost trophies. The winger must respond swiftly to silence the doubters.