Glasgow Rangers have been performing well in the Europa League, with their only setback being a heavy 1-4 loss to Lyon in the group stage.
They also managed a 1-1 draw at Olympiakos but secured three victories, including an impressive 1-4 win over Nice two weeks ago. These results have placed them in 8th position, putting them on track to reach the round of 16.
After their victory over Nice, Rangers continued their solid form, securing wins against St. Johnstone (0-1) and Kilmarnock (6-0). They will next face Ross County in the Premiership, where they currently sit in 3rd place, though they trail Celtic by 11 points in the title race.
Tottenham’s Europa League journey has been more inconsistent, with three wins, one draw, and one loss. After starting with three consecutive victories, they suffered a 3-2 defeat to Galatasaray and a 2-2 draw with AS Roma in recent matches.
Their Premier League form has also been disappointing, as they sit 10th after a 1-1 draw with Fulham and a 1-0 loss to Bournemouth, with their most recent match being against Chelsea.
Rangers will be missing several key players for this match. Forward Matondo, who has scored twice in the league, is injured and ineligible for this competition. Forward Cortes, on loan from Lens, has made only three appearances and is also expected to be unavailable.
Midfielder Lawrence, who has scored five goals, including two in the Europa League, and right-back Kasanwirjo, who missed the Nice match, will also be absent. Despite these absences, Rangers will still have crucial players like Dessers, who has scored 12 goals in all competitions, midfielder Bajrami, and captain Tavernier, who has five assists.
Tottenham will be without their starting goalkeeper, Vicario, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Forster is expected to step in, having started the last three Europa League games. Central defenders Romero and van de Ven are also likely to miss out, along with forward Richarlison, who has been struggling with injuries, and French forward Odobert. The young winger Moore, just 17 years old, is also expected to be unavailable.
Johnson, who scored in the draw with AS Roma, has three Europa League goals and 10 goals in total this season. While Son and Solanke haven’t been as influential recently, they remain important attacking options. Young striker Lankshear will return after serving a suspension.
Prediction
Tottenham has faced difficulties in away matches, failing to win in their last ten Premier League games, with seven losses in that run. In contrast, Rangers have been strong at home, winning 12 of their last 16 Europa League matches at Ibrox, making them the favorites for this match.
Prediction: Rangers 3-1 Tottenham
