“Ex-Rangers Duo Hutton and Lafferty to Clash in West of Scotland Football League”
Former Rangers star Kyle Hutton has shared his excitement about facing his ex-Ibrox teammate Kyle Lafferty, with both now playing in the West of Scotland Football League this season. Hutton, 33, recently joined Gartcairn and hopes to lead them to victory, even if it means defeating Lafferty’s Johnstone Burgh.
Hutton and Lafferty played together at Ibrox from 2010-2012, during which time Lafferty helped Hutton when he lost his driver’s licence for speeding in 2011. Hutton spent five years with Rangers, making over 50 league appearances, while Lafferty had two stints with the club, the first from 2008 to 2012 and the second in 2018-2019.
Speaking to Lanarkshire Live sport via the Daily Record, Hutton said it would be fun to play against Lafferty. He reminisced about their time together at Rangers, where they were close friends and roommates during away games. Hutton praised Lafferty’s humor and talent, noting that if he stays fit, he will likely score many goals in the league.
Despite praising his former teammate, Hutton is confident that Gartcairn will succeed. He acknowledged the challenge posed by teams like Johnstone Burgh, which has strong players such as Lafferty, Graham Dorrans, Del Esplin, and Jason Naismith.
Hutton expressed optimism about Gartcairn’s prospects, citing the quality of the players and the team’s potential. He is looking forward to competing in a tough but exciting league and aims to achieve consistency to succeed.