Rangers host Falkirk at Ibrox Stadium in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday.
This encounter pits fifth against sixth as the Gers come up against one of this season’s surprise packages.
The Glaswegian outfit are the in-form side in the top flight right now as they continue their resurgence under new manager Danny Rohl, and they can jump into the top three with a victory this weekend.
Rangers vs Falkirk – Match preview and team news
- Date: Sunday, 30th November.
- Kick-off: 2pm BST.
- Venue: Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow.
Rangers team news
Rangers are contending with a lengthy injury list heading into this clash. Defensive duo John Souttar and Derek Cornelius remain sidelined with muscle injuries, while Dujon Sterling is out with an Achilles problem. Youngster Mikey Moore is also unavailable due to a muscle issue.
There are doubts over the fitness of Kieran Dowell (foot) and winger Rabbi Matondo (knee), who are nearing returns but may not be risked from the start. Full-back Max Aarons is a fresh concern after being substituted with an injury during the midweek Europa League draw against Braga, which could see Jayden Meghoma step into the starting XI. Up front, Danilo is expected to lead the line, potentially replacing Youssef Chermiti after the latter’s quiet performance in Europe.
Falkirk team news
Falkirk manager John McGlynn also faces significant selection headaches. Forward Gary Oliver has been added to the injury list with a hamstring strain, joining a growing number of absentees. Key midfielder Aidan Nesbitt (foot), defender Coll Donaldson (abdomen), and striker Ross MacIver (ankle) are all ruled out.
Goalkeeper Jamie Sneddon (hernia) and defender Lewis Neilson (ankle) are major doubts for the trip to Ibrox. However, the Bairns will be boosted by the form of Calvin Miller, who has been instrumental in their recent attacking displays, and veteran striker Brian Graham, who continues to find the net.
Form
Rangers
Danny Röhl’s side have been in excellent domestic form since his appointment in October, winning their last four Scottish Premiership matches to climb to fifth in the table. The Light Blues are currently unbeaten in their last seven league outings.
Their most recent fixture was a 1-1 draw against Braga in the Europa League on Thursday, where they took the lead but were pegged back despite the visitors being reduced to ten men. Their last league outing was a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Livingston at Ibrox, with goals from Emmanuel Fernandez and Mohamed Diomande securing the points.
Falkirk
Falkirk have exceeded expectations this season and currently sit sixth in the Premiership table, just two points behind Rangers albeit having played a game more. The Bairns travel to Glasgow in high spirits after a resounding 3-0 away victory over Dundee United in their last match.
Predicted lineups
Rangers: Butland; Tavernier, Djiga, Fernandez, Meghoma; Raskin, Barron; Gassama, Diomande, Aasgard; Danilo
Falkirk: Bain; Adams, Allan, Henderson, Lissah; Spencer, Tait; Wilson, Miller, Williams; Graham
How to watch Rangers vs Falkirk?
In the UK, it can be watched through live broadcasts on RangersTV for subscribers located outside the UK, while supporters within the UK can catch match highlights on the Sportscene program later in the evening.
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