Rangers defeated Heart of Midlothian 4-2 in a high-scoring Scottish Premiership encounter at Ibrox Stadium on February 16, 2026. The final score reflected an entertaining match where Rangers' attacking firepower ultimately proved too much for a resilient Hearts side. Rangers raced into a two-goal lead within the first twenty minutes, showcasing their intent. Hearts, however, fought back brilliantly, scoring twice before halftime to stun the home crowd and level the match at 2-2. The second half belonged to Rangers, who regained the lead through a penalty after a handball decision, before adding a fourth goal late on to seal the victory. The match was a showcase for Rangers' star striker, who scored a brace and was a constant threat. The result solidified Rangers' position near the summit of the league table, while Hearts' defensive vulnerabilities were exposed despite a spirited performance.