Rangers return to Europa League action this week as they welcome Bulgarian outfit Ludogorets to Ibrox on Thursday (kick-off: 8pm).
Danny Rohl’s side are already out of the competition having failed to win any of their six League Phase games, though he’ll hope to keep their recent impressive form going, with their 5-0 Scottish Cup win over Annan Athletic last Friday making it six wins on the bounce in all competitions.
As for their visitors, Ludogorets, there’s still plenty to play for. Winning two, drawing one, and losing three of their opening Europa League fixtures, Per-Mathias Høgmo’s side are currently positioned in 23rd place and are on course to secure at least a playoff berth with two games still to play.
The first ever fixture between the two sides, The Scotsman has all the latest team news ahead of the game at Ibrox:
13. Bailey Rice - Rangers - OUT
The teenage midfielder has made just one appearance this season due to a muscle problem, and is expected to be out until at least the end of the month. | SNS Group
14. Lyall Cameron - Rangers - OUT
The young midfielder was included in Rangers' Europa League squad, but having completed a loan move to Aberdeen recently, will play no further part in Rangers season. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
15. Rabbi Matondo - Rangers - INELIGIBLE
Unavailable to play this Thursday despite making his return to the Rangers squad in recent weeks. Had been out for the entirety of the season with a knee injury prior to his return against Aberdeen earlier this month, and thus wasn't included in the club's squad for the competition. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
16. Kieran Dowell - Rangers - INELIGIBLE
Made a goal scoring return to the side in last week's 5-0 win over Annan Athletic, but isn't in the Rangers squad for the Europa League and will be forced to watch from the sidelines. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group