When Butland joined Rangers from Crystal Palace 18 months ago, there were big shoes to fill. He was replacing Allan McGregor, a goalkeeper with 487 appearances for the club and 11 major titles, who specialised in producing memorable European displays.

From his seat in the directors' box, legendary United boss and former Rangers striker Sir Alex Ferguson could only shake his head in wonderment at the drama of it all. At least the ending meant the game was not known purely for Butland's terrible own goal,

Man United beat Rangers in dramatic fashion at Old Trafford on Thursday night, winning 2-1 via a very late goal from Bruno Fernandes.