Rangers found themselves two goals up against Hibernian after just eight minutes. The first goal, from Ryan Kent, was a result of Joe Aribo closing down the Hibernian goalkeeper with blistering pace. Aribo scored the second just minutes later after playing a great give-and-go with Ryan Jack down the right side of the field.
After the game, Aribo tweeted out in celebration of the massive win. He was clearly thrilled with the team’s performance. But from reading the messages of support from the fans, they were just as, if not more, impressed with Aribo’s performance on it’s own. They think he has come leaps and bounds over the last few games.
Wow Joe what a turnaround last 5 or 6 games you’re getting better with every minute well done absolutely over the moon for you young man keep up the good work ? & a very Merry Christmas to you and your family when it comes
— William (@No1Bear55) December 21, 2019
You were exceptional yet again big man, absolutely love those quick feet, great closing down assist for Kent and great finish for your goal, keep it going Joe boy!
— G (@garryhood1872) December 21, 2019
Great performance big man, looks like your really getting into your stride now, cant wait to see what more you have in your locker. 40/1 for you to score a brace….. done it last 3 games, have a feeling its coming soon
— Scott Winning (@ScottWinning197) December 21, 2019
Loved the effort and desire to shut the keeper down Joe. That is exactly what we need, gave us a great start, well played big guy
— Menzies (@menzies999) December 21, 2019
Great to see you getting in to your stride Joe. Keep up the hard work as it is starting to show. Have a good christmas
— Simon McMichael (@206Simon) December 21, 2019
Was Joe Aribo the best player on the field against Hibernian?
Yes
No
One fan encourages the midfielder turned winger to continue scoring overt the next couple of games.
You we’re Absolutely brilliant last night keep it up joe please 2 massive games too deal with & another couple of goals would be nice hope you have a Merry Christmas watp ?
— true blue 1970 (@wullielittle) December 21, 2019
What do we think?
Aribo is clearly thriving in his new position out wide. Without him, there is a good chance Rangers wouldn’t have had two goals within the first 10 minutes. Who knows what could have happened if he wasn’t on the field. Rangers fans will just be glad that he was.