BBC pundit Alan Hutton raves about Kemar Roofe, predicts Rangers to score v Braga
Alan Hutton says that he is “not worried” about Rangers ahead of the crucial Europa League clash on Thursday.
The Gers lost 1-0 in the first leg against Braga in Portugal but Hutton is confident his former club can score in the second leg at Ibrox.
The BBC pundit is also impressed with Kemar Roofe who scored a hat-trick against St Mirren on Sunday.
“People asked who was going to step up with Alfredo Morelos out for the season and take that place and Kemar Roofe has done that with a hat-trick,” said Hutton to the BBC, as relayed by the Scottish Sun.
“If you had offered me a 1-0 defeat before the game I would have taken it.
“Rangers will score in most European games so I am not worried. They are still in a good position, they are at home which is what you want, only one goal down.
“Roofe’s confidence looked high and I am sure they will score. I think Braga played at their best and Rangers didn’t, so there is a lot more to come from them.”
Selection dilemma
This is a must-win game for Rangers and Giovanni van Bronckhorst has got some big selection dilemma.
The first big question is who should be leading the line on Thursday.
Roofe scored a hat-trick against St Mirren and it will be difficult to leave him out.
Fashion Sakala led the line in Portugal and he made little impact during the game.
Also, Joe Aribo scored a top-quality goal against the Buddies and he sent a timely reminder that he can still be a lethal weapon for the club.
Will Aaron Ramsey return to the starting line-up? The Welshman was dropped from the first team in Portugal but he could be a solid option in midfield, especially if John Lundstram fails to recover. Ramsey is an experienced midfielder and he’ll be looking to make a strong impact.
Likewise, Steven Davis can be another option for the Dutchman. The 37-year-old showed glimpses of his talent on Sunday and proved a point that he still has got plenty to offer.
In other Rangers news, Kris Boyd questions ‘baffling’ decisions about Rangers ace after what he did v St Mirren.