Ramsey, Aribo, Roofe axed – Confirmed Rangers XI v Braga
Rangers have made three changes from defeat to Celtic as they look to bounce back against Braga in Portugal in the Europa League quarter-final.
Aaron Ramsey, Joe Aribo and Kemar Roofe all drop out of the side after the Ibrox defeat with Glen Kamara, Scott Arfield and Fashion Sakala getting the nod from the start.
There is a possibility of a three-at-the-back formation with Arfield operating behind a front-two of Kent and Sakala, while the option for a 4-3-3 is very apparent too.
Ramsey had scored in each of his last two starts but after a lack of football he is seemingly being rested, while Aribo has been out of form in recent game and the manager has looked to freshen things up.
Confirmed Rangers XI: McGregor; Tavernier, Goldson, Balogun, Bassey; Jack, Lundstram, Kamara; Arfield, Sakala, Kent.
Character
This game is more than just a Europa League quarter-final clash, but it’s a game where the players have a huge chance to show their character.
Defeat to Celtic at the weekend was the worst possible start to an absolutely huge month, all but ending their chances of securing a second consecutive title in Scotland.
But they have a big chance to show the fans they still have plenty to play for and that starts tonight with a big performance in Portugal.
Ramsey is maybe being protected after two goals in his last two starts, but Roofe is dropped after a shocking performance against Celtic that has seen the boss go for a new look attack.
The team is strong, hungry and prepared and there are no excuses not to deliver a performance here with the team selected.
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