Rangers confirm matches at Hampden as Ibrox remains unavailable

Rangers have confirmed they will play home games at Scotland’s national stadium while renovations take place at Ibrox.

The Premiership club announced on Monday that an agreement had been reached with the SFA for the use of Hampden for matches in August.

Two home league games, against Motherwell, on August 10, and Ross County on August 24, will take place in Mount Florida with potential Champions League qualifiers and League Cup ties also being played there.

Rangers said they were continuing to “work tirelessly” to complete work on the Copland Stand as soon as possible and would provide a definitive update to supporters as soon as they could.

Construction work continues on the Copland Road Stand at Ibrox Stadium. SNS Group

In a statement, Rangers said: “Further to last week’s update, the club is continuing work at pace on detailed plans for the transition to the National Stadium.

“While the Ask Rangers site seeks to address immediate questions, further information will be delivered to our season ticket holders and seasonal hospitality clients as we progress the situation.

“At this stage, the club can announce our William Hill Scottish Premiership matches with Motherwell on Saturday, August 10 and Ross County on Saturday, August 24 will be played at Hampden, with both matches kicking-off at 3pm.

“With draws still to be made for the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round and potential play-off round, plus a potential home tie in the Premier Sports Cup, the club will communicate news on dates and kick-off times for them once the information is confirmed.

“The club is continuing to work tirelessly on the Copland Stand project at Ibrox to complete that as soon as possible. As soon as the club can provide a definitive update on matches returning to our home, it will do so.

“Rangers again puts on record its thanks to the Scottish FA and the SPFL for their considerable work in reaching this solution.

“Above all, the club thanks our supporters for their ongoing patience and understanding as we deal with this challenge.”