Rangers is now in third place in the Europa League after a patchy start to their season that included one win, one draw, and one loss.

The fact that the Gers have only managed to score twice in those games is the main reason they trail Sparta Prague, as both teams have the identical goal differential.

Last Saturday, though, the Scottish team proved they had no trouble scoring goals when they defeated Dundee five goals to zero, with a different player scoring each goal.

This attacking ability will be crucial on Thursday night, especially in light of how closely both teams were tied in the rematch versus Sparta Prague.

Another close encounter is anticipated after the goalless draw, which was a fiercely contested contest with little separating them in terms of possession and equal shots on goal.

There is a lot to be gained from this match, given that both sides have the opportunity to get to the top of the group if the other outcome goes their way. Aris Limassol is only a point behind Rangers and Sparta Prague, thus both teams will be keeping a watchful eye on one other.

Sparta Prague is coming into this match fresh off wins in a variety of competitions, which should give the team a lot of confidence going into it. Nevertheless, since the first game in the Europa League, Brian Priske’s team has failed to win any games; if they want to advance, they must rectify this as quickly as possible.

The Gers will try to take advantage of the fact that, while outscoring their rivals offensively this season, they have been worse defensively.

The Rangers made a number of changes over the weekend, adding Leon Balogun, Ryan Jack, Scott Wright, and Danilo back to the lineup. Given the favorable outcome, all four players may be able to hold onto their positions. Nevertheless, Cyriel Dessers, who has four goals this season across all competitions, is another player who will want to contribute right away.

Jan Kuchta, who is still looking for his first goal of the season in the Europa League, is anticipated to lead the line for the visitors.Priske is expected to stick with the 3-4-3 shape, giving the Gers plenty of attacking depth in the middle and out wide to try and create as many issues as possible.

Rangers possible starting lineup:
Butland; Tavernier, Goldson, Balogun, Yilmaz; Cantwell, Lundstram; Wright, Lammers, Sima; Danilo

Sparta Prague possible starting lineup:
Vindahl-Jensen; Vitik, Panak, Sorensen; Preciado, Sadilek, Kairinen, Rynes; Pesek, Kuchta, Birmancevic