Match Preview
The Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Falkirk promises to be competitive as both teams prepare with some notable absences due to injuries. Rangers will look to bounce back after a recent defeat, while Falkirk aims to capitalize on home advantage.
Team News
Rangers face several injury issues, including key players such as Dujon Sterling (Achilles tendon), Rabbi Matondo (unspecified), Bailey Rice, Derek Cornelius, John Souttar, Kieran Dowell, Mikey Moore, and others missing from the squad. Due to Youssef Chermiti's poor recent form, Bojan Miovski is expected to start upfront.
Falkirk also have multiple players sidelined, including Aidan Nesbitt (foot), Coll Donaldson (groin), Gary Oliver, Jamie Sneddon (hernia), Lewis Neilson, Ross MacIver (injury), and Thomas Lang. Ross MacIver, however, remains Falkirk's top scorer in the league, though he is currently unavailable. Falkirk’s attacking line might include Ethan Williams, Dylan Tait, and Calvin Miller, with Miller notably contributing 2 goals and 3 assists this season.
Possible Lineups
Falkirk (Possible Starting XI):
Bain; Adams, Lissah, Henderson, McCann; Spencer, Cartwright; Miller, Tait, Williams; MacIver
Rangers (Possible Starting XI):
Butland; Tavernier, Souttar, Cornelius, Meghoma; Raskin, Barron; Antman, Aasgaard, Gassama; Miovski
Key Players
- James Tavernier continues as Rangers captain and right-back, despite some inconsistency shown in recent games.
- Bojan Miovski is anticipated to replace Chermiti up front due to form issues.
- Calvin Miller is an important creative force for Falkirk, coming through Celtic's youth ranks.
"James Tavernier has scored three goals in six league games this season, though his 27 possessions lost against Sturm Graz highlighted his inconsistent performances."
"Ross MacIver is Falkirk's top scorer in the Scottish Premiership with two goals."
Summary
Rangers and Falkirk will both miss key players due to injury, and Rangers will notably adjust their attack with Miovski replacing Chermiti. Falkirk’s reliance on players like Miller and the expected attacking lineup reflects their intent to challenge Rangers on home turf.
This game will test Rangers’ squad depth and Falkirk's ability to leverage their key performers amid absences.
Author's note: Both teams face injury challenges that will heavily influence their lineups and tactics, making this an intriguing contest of adaptability and squad resilience.
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