Rangers hero James Tavernier gets off to perfect start for Maccabi Tel Aviv

JAMES TAVERNIER got off to the perfect start at Maccabi Tel Aviv after a quick-fire debut. Kenny Miller swooped for his former Rangers team-mate and after formally announcing his signature earlier today, he was selected from the off for his new club just hours later. Advertisement It's first minutes for the Ibrox hero since his exit from the Light Blues. And his new club wasted no time in getting up and running on the road at Hapoel Be'er Sheva with Helio Varela netting in the first minute. Sign up for the newsletter Thank you! Email address Please provide a valid email. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to your email. Former Aberdeen striker Ester Sokler then slotted home from 12-yards to put the visitors in command before a red card for the hosts. They did find a goal back before the break for a lifeline. But after having to play the second 45 minutes with ten men, Tavernier and his new colleagues took control to run out 4-1 winners. Sokler added a second to his tally in the second period to grab the headlines in Tav's first outing, with his night coming to an end in the 69th minute. The big away win sees Maccabi make it three from three in the league – and claim top spot in the early stages of the campaign. Speaking after joining Miller in Israel, the 34-year-old said: 'It's a real honour to join a club with such a rich history as Maccabi Tel Aviv. Advertisement 'Coming to a new country and experiencing a different environment is something I've always wanted to do in my career, so there's a real excitement about the opportunity and the challenge ahead. 'I've heard a lot about the club from Kenny Miller, especially the ambitions, the desire to compete for trophies and, of course, the Maccabi fans and the atmosphere they create. 'Having played for a big club for so many years, I know how important the fans are and how much they can drive a team on. Advertisement 'Maccabi is a club that wants to win and compete for trophies, and that's exactly what you want as a player. 'The aim is to give everything for the club, and I can't wait to get started.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page