Rangers missed the chance to move clear of rivals Celtic at the top of the Scottish Premier League yesterday when they suffered their first defeat by St Mirren in 17 years.

A 77th-minute goal from substitute Stephen McGinn earned St Mirren a 1-0 home win, lifting them off the bottom of the standings.

McGinn curled a 25-metre shot away from keeper Allan McGregor and high into the net.

Champions Celtic, who crushed Hamilton Academical 4-0 on Saturday, lead on goal difference from Rangers. Both teams have 19 points from eight matches.

Other result: Motherwell vs Falkirk 3-2.

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