Rangers team v Eintracht Frankfurt: Is this the XI Giovanni van Bronckhorst will pick for Europa League final?
History could be created by defeating Eintracht Frankfurt in Seville to lift the Europa League trophy, becoming the first Scottish club to win two European tournaments.
The club last won the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1972, also in Spain, when they defeated Dinamo Moscow in Barcelona, while their last final was closer to home, losing 2-0 to Zenit Saint Petersburg in Manchester in 2007.
An estimated 100,000 Rangers fans will descend on the city to be part of the occasion this evening with a portion of those lucky enough to have a ticket for the 8pm kick-off which could be a doozy of an encounter played in front of a raucous atmosphere.
Giovanni van Bronckhorst has already led his side to success over Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig, who both finished in the top four of the Bundesliga. Frankfurt, meanwhile, finished 11th but have defeated West Ham United, Real Betis and Barcelona on their way to the final.
The Dutch manager will have plenty to think about with regards to his team selection, not only personnel with Kemar Roofe available having missed the last seven matches but also the system in which he lines them up.
Eintracht play a back three which could mean Rangers will look to match them up. Under Van Bronckhorst a switch from a back four to a back three has not been uncommon.
Here is the 11 The Scotsman predicts will start in Seville:
An estimated 100,000 Rangers fans will descend on the city to be part of the occasion this evening with a portion of those lucky enough to have a ticket for the 8pm kick-off which could be a doozy of an encounter played in front of a raucous atmosphere.
5. RWB: James Tavernier
Captain, talisman, goal scorer. A win here will see him go down as one of the all-time greats. Will likely go up against Frankfurt’s star man Filip Kostic. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
6. CM: Glen Kamara
The Finn was back to his best against RB Leipzig. He can take the ball under pressure, evade that pressure, allowing Rangers to break a press and motor forward. Someone with his ice-cool composure may well be needed on a night like tonight. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
7. CM: Ryan Jack
Rangers are better when Ryan Jack is in the team. He brings control and direction, dictates the team’s tempo and is an excellent two-way footballer. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
8. LWB: Borna Barisic
It could be a big night for the Croatian. His delivery from open play and set pieces could be real handful with Rangers likely to be a huge threat from corners and free kicks. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group