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Still buzzing from last night. A real team performance of bite and belief which should stand us in good stead for Sunday. Genuinely not sure how the manager will play it but I suspect the system may well match that of last night in its slightly more pragmatic nature. Don't think Souttar will make it but Balogun was fine when he came on and Propper really did have a good game for the most part. Igamane should be OK and his selection perhaps the most difficult one to call. Might seem foolish given his form but I'd use him from the bench as he put a lot into last night culminating in his knock/cramp late on. The fresh legs of Hagi and Danilo (or even Dessers) should prove useful and I'd stick with Yilmaz on the left side to help deal with Celtic's quick attacking threat. Sterling should come in for Tav but the latter's form has been good so no surprise if he starts. All in all, it's so positive to have various options available again; not just in terms of personnel but system and tactics. We should rightly be confident for Sunday and look to build even more momentum.

Pressers with James Tavernier and the manager about to begin... Philippe Clement:

Press conference news Nico Raskin: https://x.com/RangersFC/status/1865024963599560882

Ianis Hagi: https://x.com/RangersFC/status/1863954450219430103

After Thursday’s excellent result let’s hope we can keep it up maybe the team have turned the mythical corner let’s hope .

https://x.com/ScotlandSky/status/1854124313718247510 Training video from Sky Sports via link above - Lawrence didn't train - Ridvan and Matando did (latter not in Euro squad) - Danilo also not in Euro squad

Not sure if there will a presser later today or, more likely, they'll have done it last night and you'll see quotes tomorrow morning. A lot of hard work went into last night's credible draw in Greece so I'd fancy the manager would like to make a few changes for the visit of Hearts. Unfortunately, Balogun aside, it's difficult to really justify any replacements. Minutes for Danilo and Yilmaz would be a big help. A win ahead of yet another international break essential!

Phillipe Clement: https://x.com/RangersFC/status/1852354457528340867 James Tavernier: https://x.com/RangersFC/status/1852349421335314673

Games that follow European games have been historically lacklustre affairs and this was never more evident than the dip in standards in our recent home game versus Hibs (after our superb win in Malmo). IMO, that is our main target tomorrow (beyond the 3 pts). We need to replicate the same desire and energy in our domestic games and build on the positives from Thursday. Albeit a totally different challenge from FCSB, we need to show St. Mirren no respect whatsoever and go for them from the first whistle. I feel that it's a no brainer. Players showing energy, speed and tempo = engaged and excited fans. Let's continue to build some momentum for Wednesday. ---------Butland-------- ----Souttar--Propper---- Nana---------------Jefte -----Barron---Raskin---- --------Diamonde------- Cerny-----------Berjami ---------Igumane-------

Some understandable disappointment from fans after last night. Have to concede I'm losing faith in the manager's ability to get more from this team but equally annoyed with various players' contributions from missing sitters, to poor passing and defending. Changes tomorrow?

Not sure if there's a presser today or it was embargoed from last night but will be interesting to see what changes, if any, from last night's team the manager makes for Sunday. Scope to freshen things up but I'd imagine he'll go with bulk of same starting XI outwith Kasanwirjo who may actually move to right back.

How are we all thinking this one will go? Looks like Cortes is injured (no news on extent of injury but he missed training today). Disappointing, as I think he looks a good prospect. I'm not confident and think we'll lose 1 or 2-0. Hope I'm wrong.

Right then let’s have it your team and tactics for next Sunday’s game against the champions