Team news: Rangers name starting line-up to face Benfica in Lisbon

Rangers manager Philippe Clement has named his side to face Benfica in the first leg of their Europa League tie.

The sides meet at Estadio de Luz in the first match of their last-16 tie, with Rangers aiming for a positive result ahead of next week’s return game at Ibrox.

Clement has named an attacking line-up for the match despite injuries depriving him of a number of forward players.

Jack Butland starts in goal behind a back four of Ridvan Yilmaz, John Souttar, Connor Goldson and captain James Tavernier.

John Lundstram anchors the midfield alongside Mohamed Diomande and Tom Lawrence, while Fabio Silva and Dujon Sterling provide support to striker Cyriel Dessers.

🆕 Tonight's #RangersFC team to face @SLBenfica.

🗒️ Full Team News: https://t.co/PavDMUyhnL#UEL pic.twitter.com/iYbPxPIkTi

— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) March 7, 2024

📋 O nosso onze!#SLBRFC • #UEL pic.twitter.com/swAa25y90O

— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) March 7, 2024

Follow STV News on WhatsApp

Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country