Danilo crushes Rangers audition and takes hand in four friendly goals
This performance strengthens Danilo's case to lead Rangers' attack in their upcoming Champions League qualifier against Panathinaikos.
Rangers will face them at Ibrox on Tuesday, July 25, with the return leg in Greece the following week.
The game also saw the absence of Cyriel Dessers and Hamza Igamane, both of whom are regaining full fitness with individualised training programmes.
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Danilo, who joined Rangers for £6m two seasons ago but has struggled with injury, capitalised on his opportunity.
In addition to his strike and three assists, Kieran Dowell, Thelo Aasgaard, and Nico Raskin also found the back of the net.
The starting XI from the friendly might hint at manager Russell Martin's strategy for the game against Panathinaikos.
Jack Butland was in goal, with a back four of James Tavernier, John Souttar, Nasser Djiga, and Max Aarons.
Joe Rothwell played in midfield alongside Nico Raskin and Mo Diomande, while Danilo spearheaded the attack with support from Dowell and Aasgaard.
The result against Dunfermline, managed by former Celtic legend Neil Lennon, marked Rangers' first pre-season win following draws with Club Brugge and Barnsley.
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