Motherwell delivered a significant blow to Rangers' title aspirations, securing a dramatic victory at Ibrox in a pivotal Scottish Premiership fixture. This stunning result, where Rangers lost at the death at home, has reshaped the league's nerve-shredding conclusion, making the Ibrox side now appear as outsiders in the title race.

The weekend's first round of post-split fixtures across Scottish football was fraught with drama, setting the stage for an intense finish. While final placings are being decided in Leagues One and Two, the Premiership's top-end battle saw several key outcomes that will define the season.

Beyond Motherwell's heroics, other notable results included Celtic eventually edging out Falkirk in a tightly contested match. Additionally, Hearts showcased their dominance by finally putting nine-man Hibernian to the sword, further adding to the weekend's high-stakes football.

For Rangers, the defeat to Motherwell was a critical setback. Having blinked first in the title race, the Ibrox side now faces an uphill battle. Their remaining fixtures include challenging away trips to both Tynecastle, home of Hearts, and Celtic Park, the stronghold of their fierce rivals.

To keep their title hopes alive, Rangers will likely need to secure victories in at least one, if not both, of these demanding away encounters. Motherwell's late winner has undeniably intensified the pressure on the Glasgow giants, making every remaining point crucial in the fight for the Premiership crown.