Philippe Clement makes fatal blunder as Rangers v Hearts XI named
Rangers will be looking to get their league season started on a winning note when they take on Hearts at Tynecastle on 3 August.
Philippe Clement has named Ben Davies in the starting eleven, something that could cost him dearly at the end of the game.
Gers would want to start the season with three points but having Davies at centre-back may make things harder for them.
Leon Balogun should start over Ben Davies
Davies showed on numerous occasions last season why he was the Achilles heel in defence and he continues to be picked.
Robin Propper’s registration probably did not get done in time so he cannot partner John Souttar in defence.
Leon Balogun has been a reliable cog at the heart of the backline so it is a surprise that he’s not in the playing eleven.
This decision could cost Clement the three points and see them play catch up to Celtic from day one.
Rangers must start with a win against Hearts
Winning the first match of the Scottish Premiership against Hearts is crucial for Gers to set the tone for their season and demonstrate their intent to challenge for the title.
A victory would not only provide a confidence boost but also help them keep pace with rivals Celtic from the start.
However, it will be a challenging task due to Hearts’ strong home record and their own struggles in pre-season matches.
The summer overhaul and new signings needing time to gel adds to the difficulty and Clement’s side will need to overcome these challenges to secure a crucial win and make a strong statement of intent for the season ahead.
In other Rangers news, the club’s board may now push to sign a striker that Philippe Clement does not admire.
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