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Roberto Firmino is 'one of the most intelligent footballers I've seen in a long time', says Ally McCoist - as Rangers legend purrs over Liverpool striker for tormenting his old side in the Reds' thumping 7-1 win at Ibrox

Ally McCoist has hailed Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino as one of the most intelligent players he has seen in a 'long, long time'.

Firmino played a significant part in Liverpool's 7-1 thrashing of Rangers, with the Brazilian scoring two goals.

In addition to his goalscoring prowess, Rangers legend McCoist was very impressed with Firmino's all-round game, including his link-up play and awareness of space.

Ally McCoist praised Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino following his display against Rangers
McCoist hailed Firmino's game intelligence after the Brazilian caused problems for Rangers

McCoist, who played for Rangers between 1983 and 1998, told talkSPORT: 'I think he's one of the most intelligent footballers I've seen in a long, long time.