In pictures: Rangers v Sporting Lisbon

RANGERS' Europa League prospects hang in the balance after Sporting Lisbon snatched a late equaliser at Ibrox last night after Steven Whittaker had the Glasgow side a 66th minute lead.

Kyle Lafferty is knocked into the air in the penalty box.

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El Hadji Diouf shows his frustration.

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Rangers winger Vladimir Weiss is brought down by Daniel Carrico.

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Rangers manager Walter Smith and his assistant Ally McCoist look on from the touchline.

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Diouf reacts after receiving a yellow card.

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Steven Whittaker's second half header puts Rangers ahead.

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Whittaker runs to the bench to celebrate after scoring.

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Mat'as Fernandez celebrates his 89th minute equalizer for Sporting.