Rangers head to Merkur Arena to battle Sturm Graz in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday.
Both teams are out to claim their opening group-stage points in what shapes up as a pivotal fixture for their European ambitions.
Russell Martin recently notched his maiden league win as Gers boss following Max Aarons’ dramatic late goal against Livingston. Despite this breakthrough, the former Southampton manager’s position remains precarious under growing supporter scrutiny.
Rangers XI vs Sturm Graz – Predicted lineup and team news
Rangers team news
Mohamed Diomande is suspended his sending-off against Genk, with Connor Barron expected to step into midfield, although Joe Rothwell is also in contention. Defensive worries linger for Rangers as Derek Cornelius and Jayden Meghoma picked up knocks during the Livingston match, raising the spectre of enforced changes at the back.
Youssef Chermiti may be preferred to Bojan Miovski up top, with the Portuguese striker earning a start in the previous European contest against Genk. Overall, it’s been a difficult opening to the campaign for the Glasgow side, with just a single win from six Premiership outings and a stinging Champions League exit at the hands of Club Brugge.
Rangers predicted lineup
Possible Rangers starting XI: Butland, Tavernier, Djiga, Souttar, Aarons, Raskin, Barron, Aasgaard, Antman, Chermiti, Gassama.
When does the match kick off?
The game will start at 8pm BST on Thursday, 2nd October.
How to watch Sturm Graz vs Rangers?
Supporters in the United Kingdom can catch the action live on TNT Sports 2.
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