Rangers Gear Up For Decisive European Match: Defensive Rejig, Attack Woes Persist

European football fever engulfs Ibrox tonight as Rangers brace for a pivotal clash that could secure their passage into the knockout stages.

Philippe Clement faces a pressing challenge ahead of Rangers’ crucial Europa League Group C encounter, where victory could propel the Ibrox side into continental knockout football for the fourth time in five seasons.

However, the Belgian manager confronts a defensive crisis with Connor Goldson and Leon Balogun sidelined due to suspensions, leaving a gaping hole in the rearguard. To fill this void, the spotlight falls on John Souttar and Ben Davies, who is poised to anchor the centre of defence against Aris Limassol as the Light Blues aim to secure their place in the competition’s next phase against the Cypriot side.

The defensive lineup seems relatively clear-cut, with James Tavernier and Borna Barisic expected to man the full-back positions, while Ross McCausland eyes a potential starting role after a spell on the bench against Aberdeen, possibly alongside Todd Cantwell.

Yet, the primary focus remains on accomplishing the task at hand—redeeming themselves from the humiliating prior loss in Cyprus and sealing qualification from the group stage.

•Jack Butland

•Robby McCrorie

•Kieran Wright

•James Tavernier

•Ben Davies

•Leon King

•Adam Devine

•Dujon Sterling

•John Souttar

•Jose Cifuentes

•John Lundstram

•Ryan Jack

•Bailey Rice

•Todd Cantwell

•Tom Lawrence

•Ross McCausland

•Rabbi Matondo

•Abdallah Sima

•Cyriel Dessers

•Sam Lammers

•Kemar Roofe

•Danilo

With European glory beckoning, Rangers’ defensive reshuffle and lingering attacking concerns set the stage for a compelling showdown at Ibrox as they aim to secure their continental aspirations.