Title just the start for hungry Gerrard

STEVEN GERRARD hailed his history makers as Rangers were presented with the Scottish Premier League title on one of the best days of his life.

It is two months since Rangers were confirmed as champions but in beating Aberdeen 4-0 at Ibrox, Gerrard’s squad completed the season unbeaten.

They amassed 102 points from their 38 games, scored 92 goals and had a goal difference of 79. They conceded only 13 times to create a new benchmark and registered 26 clean sheets.

The numbers are staggering, but even more remarkable was the fact this was the first time Rangers had gone through the season without defeat since 1899 when they played only 18 matches — and they became the fourth team in Scotland to achieve the feat.

Gerrard, who has been in charge since May 2018, was overjoyed when his skipper James Tavernier lifted the trophy. He was appointed to break Celtic’s stranglehold and is determined that this first Scottish title under him will not be the last.

‘I wanted to enjoy this moment because it’s been a long time since

I’ve smelled this success and the champagne,’ said Gerrard, who was doused in bubbles by striker Alfredo Morelos.

‘We gave the players an environment to grow. I’m so proud of James and his team-mates. We had to suffer at times in the last three years but we have to use this as a launchpad. We will keep pushing.

‘The numbers are really impressive but when the dust settles they will be used against us. The expectation goes up, naturally, at a club like this.

‘We won it very early but when you get to this day it is still very special. This trophy is special to all of us as we worked so hard for it.’