Rangers Face Ferencvaros in Europa League Clash

Rangers face a critical test in their bid to salvage a UEFA Europa League campaign when they travel to Budapest to meet Ferencvaros on Thursday evening. The Scottish side, still seeking their first win in the league phase, will confront a confident Hungarian outfit led by former Celtic player Robbie Keane at the Groupama Arena, with kickoff set for 5:45 p.m. local time.

For Rangers, the match represents a potential turning point after five winless outings that have left them on the brink of elimination. Manager Danny Rohl's team arrives bolstered by a 3-0 league victory over Kilmarnock at the weekend, but the pressure mounts as they chase a playoff spot. Ferencvaros, in contrast, hold sixth place with three wins and two draws, positioning them well for a top-eight finish and direct entry to the knockout rounds. Keane, who took charge in January, has steered the club to another Hungarian title last season and maintains a two-point lead in the domestic standings after a 3-0 win over Kisvarda.

The fixture carries added intrigue given Keane's history with Rangers' rivals Celtic, where he secured a win and a draw against them 15 years ago. Ferencvaros have impressed on the road this...