A solitary goal was enough for Rangers to secure a vital three points in the Scottish Premiership title race, as they edged past a stubborn Saint Mirren side 1-0 in Paisley. In a tense and physical encounter, the decisive moment came just after the hour mark when a Rangers attacker latched onto a clever through ball, held off his marker, and slotted a composed finish past the onrushing goalkeeper. Saint Mirren, well-drilled and resilient, had frustrated the Glasgow giants for long periods, with their goalkeeper making several important saves in the first half. The home side threatened from set-pieces but lacked a cutting edge in open play to truly test the Rangers defense. The victory keeps the pressure on at the top of the table, while Saint Mirren's spirited performance, albeit in defeat, will encourage their fans. Rangers' manager will be relieved with the professional, if not spectacular, performance, while the Saint Mirren boss will take pride in his team's organization and fight against one of the country's elite sides.