Here’s one word to sum up the match between Manchester United and Rangers. Mehhhh! The contest was as bland as 90 minutes of football can get. It lacked any spark of creativity, leaving fans yearning for something – anything – to ignite the game.

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.