Rangers face Jablonec in Conference League playoff second leg

Rangers face a decisive UEFA Conference League playoff second leg against Czech side FK Jablonec on Thursday, August 27, 2026, holding a slender 1-0 advantage. The match, scheduled for a 5:00 PM UK kickoff at Stadion Strelnice in Jablonec nad Nisou, will determine which team advances to the group stage of the competition, with the loser missing out on European football entirely for the 2026-27 season.

Rangers secured their narrow lead in the first leg at Ibrox last week, courtesy of a 50th-minute goal from striker Ryan Naderi. However, the victory was complicated by a late red card shown to substitute midfielder Cammy Devlin, which means he is suspended for the return fixture. This leaves manager Derek McInnes with a significant midfield absention to navigate. Additionally, midfielder Nico Raskin is carrying a knock and is considered unlikely to start.

Speaking after the first leg, McInnes called for greater control from his side. "We've still got a lot of work to do but in the meantime it's important we win games," he said. "The enthusiasm and work rate was there in bucketloads but we need to show a wee bit more composure and poise."

McInnes faces several team selection...