Philippe Clement names Rangers team to face Steaua Bucharest

Philippe Clement has made two changes to his Rangers side for the Europa League test against Steaua Bucharest.

The Belgian saw his side lose 1-0 to Kilmarnock at the weekend but has kept faith with the majority of his side, only opting to bring in two new faces for Thursday’s match at Ibrox.

Robin Propper and Mohamed Diomande drop to the bench, with Leon Balogun and Nicolas Raskin coming into the starting line-up.

Rangers began their Europa League campaign with a 2-0 win in Malmo but suffered a punishing 4-1 home defeat to Lyon last time out in the competition.

The team are aiming for a performance and result to not only get the European campaign back on track but also respond to Sunday’s defeat at Rugby Park.

Jack Butland starts in goal behind a back four of Jefte, Leon Balogun, John Souttar and captain James Tavernier.

Nicolas Raskin and Connor Barron anchor the midfield, with Nedim Bajrami, Tom Lawrence and Vaclav Cerny playing in support of striker Cyriel Dessers.

🆕 Tonight’s #RangersFC team to face FCSB.

🗒️ Full Team News: https://t.co/XSO2nCZ1OB #UEL pic.twitter.com/VIrO1bDWIS
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) October 24, 2024

The Rangers substitutes are: Liam Kelly, Robin Propper, Mohamed Diomande, Kieran Dowell, Dujon Sterling, Neraysho Kasanwirjo, Hamza Igamane, Ross McCausland, Robbie Fraser, Cole McKinnon, Bailey Rice and Zak Lovelace.