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Fixture: Jagiellonia Bialystok vs Rangers Competition: Europa League qualifier Kick-off: 6th August, 17:00 UK time

Last season, Rangers found themselves competing in the Europa League after missing out on Champions League football following a disappointing collapse in the qualifying rounds.

Their continental campaign was one the Gers will not look back on fondly, with the side failing to progress beyond the league phase after collecting just one victory from eight matches.

This season, following a third-place finish domestically, Rangers face another Europa League route, with two qualifying rounds standing between themselves and a place in the league phase.

Derek McInnes and his men begin their journey against Jagiellonia Białystok away from home at Chorten Arena tonight, facing the side that finished third in the Ekstraklasa last season.

Jagiellonia matched Rangers’ domestic standing but went a step further on the European stage last term, reaching the Conference League playoff round before eventually being eliminated by Fiorentina, and they will be determined to go further this time around.

The Polish outfit arrive into the tie in strong form, having secured back-to-back league victories and boasting an impressive run of seven consecutive wins in front of their home supporters.

Rangers, meanwhile, head into the fixture with question marks after opening their Scottish Premiership campaign with a 1-1 draw against Dundee United.

The Light Blues’ pre-season fixtures ahead of the new campaign also produced no convincing displays, beating Saint-Etienne 2-1 before playing out a goalless draw against West Ham United at Ibrox.

Should Rangers overcome the Polish challenge, the playoff round could present a more favourable opportunity, with the winners set to meet either Northern Irish side Larne or Georgian club Iberia Tbilisi.

However, the pressure will be firmly on the Scottish side in the opening leg, with the Gers wanting to secure European nights for their fans but first needing to overcome a Jagiellonia side enjoying a formidable run of form on home soil.

Confirmed Lineups

Match Prediction

Heading into the first leg, Jagiellonia Bialystok hold the advantage on paper, with the Polish side carrying confidence and momentum into the contest, while Rangers continue to find their footing under McInnes.

Jaga’s strong start has been built on defensive organisation, with two victories in the Ekstraklasa and four consecutive 1-0 wins at Chorten Arena highlighting their resilience. That record sets Rangers the difficult task of finding a way past goalkeeper Slawomir Abramowicz and breaking down a stubborn defence.

For the Gers, a victory tonight would provide a major confidence boost and put them in a strong position to progress. However, a draw or narrow defeat in Poland would keep the tie finely poised ahead of the return leg at Ibrox next Thursday. To avoid heading into that second leg under pressure, Rangers will have to be sharp in the final third and take their chances.

With a passionate home crowd behind the Polish side at Chorten Arena, however, the atmosphere will play a crucial role in driving Jaga forward and making it difficult for Rangers to seize control. The hosts’ impressive form and home advantage could ultimately prove decisive, with a narrow victory for the Polish side appearing the most likely outcome.

Inside Futbol Score Prediction

Jagiellonia Bialystok 2–1 Rangers

Where To Watch?

Jagiellonia Bialystok vs Rangers in the Europa League qualifying round will be live on RangersTV for a 17:00 kick-off in the UK.