Flashback: When Scotland's Rangers met the All Whites in 1984 - Friends of Football
In October 1984, the All Whites from New Zealand faced off against the Scottish club Rangers in a notable match held at Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow.
New Zealand was involved in an eight-game tour across Fiji and the UK to get ready for the national team's upcoming qualification matches for the FIFA World Cup.
For the Rangers, the game presented an opportunity to gather funds for player Bill McKay, who, at just 24 years old, suffered severe injuries that led to his early retirement from football.
Prior to the match, the Rangers showcased the Scottish League Cup, which their team had secured in the last game.
Over 5,500 fans witnessed the Rangers' impressive 5-0 victory against New Zealand.
The first goal was netted by Ally McCoist, a Scottish U-21 international player, who made his full debut two years after playing against New Zealand. Throughout his career, he earned 61 caps and was later inducted into the Scottish Sports Hall of Fame.
The final goal of the game was netted by Australian player Dave Mitchell, who has represented his country in 27 international matches.
Match held on October 31, 1984
Glasgow Rangers secured a commanding victory, defeating New Zealand 5-0. The goals were scored by Ally McCoist in the 35th minute, Robert Prytz in the 51st minute, and Robert Fleck, who netted two goals in the 77th and 85th minutes. Dave Mitchell rounded off the scoreline with a goal in the 88th minute.
Peter McCloy, Ally Dawson, John McClelland (who was the captain), Dave McPherson, Craig Paterson, Ian Redford, Robert Russell, Cammy Fraser, Dave Mitchell, Ally McCoist, and David Cooper.
Richard Wilson, Martin Felton (also known as John Leijh), Ricki Herbert, Sean Byrne, Keith Garland, Grant Turner, Allan Boath (the captain), Steve Sumner, Peter Simonsen (referred to as Keith Mackay), Billy McClure (who goes by Ray Harris), Colin Walker, and Kevin Birch (also known as Steve Wooddin).
This article was initially released on October 31, 1984.
