Rangers vs Hibs returns for the 24/25 season as Philippe Clement’s side welcome the Edinburgh outfit to Ibrox this afternoon.
The Gers enter the game in buoyant mood after an impressive midweek win over Malmo in the Europa League, however, head coach Clement will remain mindful that his players’ fitness will require stringent management during a tough schedule of domestic and European football. The Belgian could make changes despite Thursday’s impressive 2-0 win, and is able to welcome back Jefte to the squad after his midweek suspension.
As for Hibs, their two-week break from domestic football has allowed new summer recruit Junior Hoilett extra time to prepare for the game, though Martin Boyle and Joe Newell are both major injury doubts for the visitors. Elsewhere, Josh Campbell and Lewis Miller are pushing for starts after coming off the bench in the 2-0 win over St Johnstone a fortnight ago. But will David Gray want to stick with a winning team?
Here’s how we predict Rangers’ and Hibs’ to line-up ahead of the game at Ibrox.
13. CM: Mohamed Diomande (Rangers)
Returned to the side in place of Dujon Sterling in midweek and did more than enough to keep his place alongside Barron in midfield. | TT NEWS AGENCY/AFP via Getty Ima Photo: Getty Images
14. CM: Hyeokkyu Kwon (Hibs)
The on-loan Celtic midfielder could be in for a hot reception at Ibrox. | SNS Group
15. CAM: Tom Lawrence (Rangers)
Another who performed well against Malmo, he achieved an 87.5% accuracy rate and won 100% of his tackles in the 2-0 win, continuing his impressive recent form for the club. | TT NEWS AGENCY/AFP via Getty Ima Photo: Getty Images
16. CAM: Josh Campbell (Hibs)
The attacking midfielder could replace Rudi Molotnikov in the number 10 role in Glasgow. | SNS Group