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Rangers will bid to secure a last 16 spot in the Europa League as they welcome Union Saint-Gilloise to Ibrox on Thursday night (kick off: 8pm).
Philippe Clement’s side have performed admirably in Europe this season despite their struggles domestically and have already have at least a berth in the playoffs. However, their late 2-1 defeat at Manchester United last week saw them fall to 13th in the Europa League table, and has damaged their chances of a top-eight finish.
With 11 points already gained from their opening seven League Phase games, Rangers require a win against Union Saint-Gilloise, alongside other results to their way on Thursday, in order to negate the need for a two-legged playoff to make the last 16 on the competition. However, the task of Belgian boss Clement has a real selection headache heading into the game, with up to 13 players missing due to injury or ineligibility.
Their visitors Union Saint-Gilloise have problems of their own too, with injuries and suspensions piling up as they themselves look to secure a top eight spot.
Ahead of the match at Ibrox, The Scotsman has all early team news:
13. Neraysho Kasanwirjo - Rangers - OUT
The Dutch defender is expected to miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury he sustained on international duty in November. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
14. Connor Barron - Rangers - DOUBT
The midfielder was forced off against Manchester United last week and missed the weekend win over Dundee United, alongside Vaclav Cerny, Leon Balogun and Ridvan Yilmaz. A doubt for Thursday's visit of Union Saint-Gilloise. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
15. Leon Balogun - Rangers - DOUBT
One of three key players that Philippe Clement is sweating on, Balogun was another player forced off against Manchester United that was unable to partake in the weekend win over Dundee United. He's a doubt for the game. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
16. Rafael Fernandes - Rangers - INELIGIBLE
Rangers new loan signing is not part of the club's Europa League squad and can not feature against Union Saint-Gilloise. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images