Facing a Cheltenham side right in the middle of a relegation battle should be an easy task for a team facing promotion. But for most Rangers fans this game was always going to be as difficult as an away game at Oldham.

Rangers have a habit of getting a good away result and then tripping up over a team we should really beat so this was a game, which could decide where we finish this season.

Rangers were unchanged and Ian Holloway made the bold move to put four forwards on the bench in Leroy Griffiths, Andy Thomson, Richard Pacquette and Brett Angell. It seemed to signal the intent that we were going all out for a win and possibly trying to boost the goal difference as well.

That seemed likely for the first few minutes as we started the game well on top. Langley did well on the right to give Gallen a half chance, which he turned and shot straight at the keeper.

We looked comfortable enough until they got a free kick just inside our half. Two Cheltenham players went to the back post and Rangers did nothing about as the ball was launched to them and they easily won the header to place across goal for Duff to put them ahead. That's the last time I sign him in Championship Manager.

We were all in a state of shock at this, well not really we all knew we'd make hard work of this game but we had plenty of time to turn it around. We began to waste possession and the players took a few minutes to settle and Cheltenham got a few corners and looked worryingly like get a second.

But never fear Lee Cook is here and he turned on an excellent performance to get us back on the game. His running at players caused them problems all night and he combined well with Gallen and Bircham to push us further forward and gain a bit of momentum.

That was lost though when Tommy Williams collapsed to the floor with what looked like a bad ankle injury but it was hard to tell. Williams was stretched off and that is a worrying sight considering this was to be Lee Cook's last game for us. Gino Padula came on to a huge ovation but for all our possession when he came on we didn't really create much.

Langley and Forbes looked a threat on the right but Gallen and Furlong both missed chances to get us level and a number of good corners saw Cheltenham defend as if their lives depended on it and they kept us out.

With half time approaching the fans remained patient, as did the players and you could feel the belief that that would get a goal to put our fears at ease. The goal came after superb work by Cook. His cut inside and dribbled past four players bursting into the box to cut the ball back for Gallen who turned his shot into the bottom corner of the net to put us level.

Gallen went mad but his team mates mobbed Lee Cook who we had to thank for this goal.

Gallen was urging the team forward with quick goal kicks and the team went all out for a second before half time.

Langley then picked up the ball in midfield and just as it looked like he would spread the play wide he stepped over the ball and left a defender for dead before splitting them open with a wonderful through ball. Gallen ran onto it but before he could get a touch Duff fired an unstoppable shot into the back of the net to put us in front.

It was great work by Langley and moments like this are why he is so important to us. And Duff is now forgiven and back in my Championship Manager team.

The final action of the half saw a long ball aimed at Shittu and the big defender went for a volley but missed the ball completely and almost knocked himself out as his leg seemed within millimetres of connecting with his head. Very funny moment but he got up and tried to act as if nothing had happened.

We knew a third goal was needed and we started the second half in blistering form. Cook was tearing them apart on the left whilst Palmer and Bircham were working hard and winning the midfield battle.

A third goal was only minutes away and when it came the goal was pure quality. Langley again was the provider showing a change of pace which left the full back for dead as he cut into the box and crossed for Cook to finish it off and win the game for Rangers.

Cook threw off his shirt and was mobbed by the Rangers fans and players as his farewell game was going like a dream. Flashbacks of Mark Kennedy's last game for Rangers went through my head, Cook was as impressive as Kennedy had been a few years ago.

We were looking for more goals and Cook again left his defender for dead and his low cross was almost turned in by Gallen. We were cruising at this stage and a fourth goal was not far away.

Another Langley pass found Furlong at the edge of the box and he used his strength to turn his man and power a brilliant shot into the back of the net. I had to rub my eyes to see if Les Ferdinand himself had just returned to score one of his famous goals he used to get for us with strength, pace and power but it was indeed Paul Furlong.

It was a deserved goal for Furlong who had again been outstanding up front and anyone caring about who he used to play for now really belongs in a mental hospital.

The goals ended at four though and we took our foot off the pedal for the last half an hour. Furlong and Gallen went off to give Andy Thomson and Brett Angell a chance and that at least gave the fans some fun with cried of Angell, Angell give us a goal.

I began to think that if he couldn't score in his game he never would and in the 15 minutes he was on the pitch he never once looked like breaking his duck. Thomson looked sharp though and was involved in some good passing moves with Langley but we didn't get many more chances to add to our lead.

Lee Cook was given a standing ovation as he came over to take a corner and his name was sung around the ground.

So a 4-1 win and a standing ovation for the team and especially Lee Cook as he said goodbye to the Rangers fans.

Results elsewhere were alright for us as we open up a four point gap over Tranmere but second place is probably a bit out of our reach unless we win the next two games.

Man of the Match: Lee Cook

Players Ratings

1. Chris Day: His first goal conceded since his return to the first team but he recovered well and had another solid game. 7/10

2. Terrell Forbes: His defending is second to none and he was his usual brilliant self in defence. Going forward he linked well with Langley and got a couple of decent crosses. 8/10

33. Tommy Williams: Looked good before he got injured. Lets hope it's not to serious. 7/10

5. Clarke Carlisle: As in most games he had a shaky spell where he was nowhere near his best but for the majority of the game he was good. Seems to have regained a bit of pace after winning a straight race for the ball for the first time in a while. 7/10

6. Danny Shittu: Lost out in the air a bit to often in the opening twenty minutes but he sorted himself out and was solid again after that. 7/10

15. Lee Cook: A superb performance his best yet for Rangers and a real shame he is going back. Scored one, made one and was a threat all night. 9/10

8. Marc Bircham: Another good performance as he worked hard and began to control the midfield in the second half. He gave the ball away a bit to often in the first half but he got better as the game wore on. 7/10

4. Steve Palmer: Had a mad half an hour where he won tackles, played some superb passes and was excellent. I still don't feel comfortable with him in midfield but full credit to him for his recent performances. 7/10

9. Richard Langley: His best game for some time as he showed the skill that he has and had a hand in three of the four goals. 8/10

10. Kevin Gallen: Took his chance well and was excellent up front creating chances and his hold up play is superb. 8/10

29. Paul Furlong: Like Gallen his hold up play is superb, he has so much strength and he is almost impossible to get the ball off. A great goal as well to round off another quality performance. 8/10

Subs

3. Gino Padula: Played well when he came on and looks set to stay in the team from now on if he stays fit. 7/10

27. Andy Thomson: Looked very sharp and he'll be a key player over the next few weeks. 7/10

31. Brett Angell: Will he ever score for Rangers. He didn't do much but the game was over by the time he came on. 6/10