Yousef Chermiti should have been talking purely about footballing perfection after dismantling league leaders Hearts with a sensational hat-trick.
The Rangers forward delivered when it mattered most, firing his side past the Premiership’s form team with a ruthless display that reminded everyone exactly why he’s so highly rated. Clinical in front of goal, sharp in movement and relentless in pressing, it was the complete striker’s performance.
But while the goals had Ibrox bouncing, the post-match conversation quickly shifted.
Speaking after the game, Ally McCoist admitted he was hugely impressed with the 90-minute display — but raised eyebrows with a candid observation about Chermiti’s celebration. The Rangers legend suggested that while confidence is welcome, there’s always a balance to strike in moments like that.
It wasn’t a full-blown criticism — far from it. McCoist made clear that scoring three against the league’s top side is no small feat. Yet his honest take has sparked debate among supporters, with some believing the focus should remain firmly on the result.
After all, beating Hearts in that fashion sent a statement across the Premiership.
For Chermiti, the headlines should belong to the hat-trick. Whether the celebration becomes part of his growing persona at Ibrox remains to be seen — but one thing is certain: on current form, he’s becoming impossible to ignore.