Rangers’ recent Europa League victory brings joy, but domestic struggles continue to worry fans.
Clement’s joy comes from the performance of Hamza Igamane, who scored two goals and provided assists in his first European start. This showed that Clement made the right choice to start the young player instead of the struggling striker Cyriel Dessers.
However, there is also relief for Clement as rumors swirl about his future. Rangers recently fell 11 points behind Celtic in the league after a disappointing 1-1 draw against Dundee United. This has raised questions about his position as manager.
Frustration is another feeling for Clement, as his team has shown a stark contrast between their poor domestic form and strong performances in Europe. With only four points from their first five away league games, this is the worst start for Rangers since the 1987-88 season.
Looking ahead, Clement has upcoming matches against St Johnstone, Kilmarnock, and Ross County. These games offer a chance to improve their league standing before new chief executive Patrick Stewart takes over on December 16. This comes right after tough matches against Tottenham Hotspur in Europe and Celtic in the League Cup final.
Despite recent struggles, there is hope for Rangers as they prepare to face St Johnstone. Simo Valakari’s team recently ended a three-game losing streak with a 1-0 win over Kilmarnock. However, Rangers have had success against St Johnstone this season, winning both encounters and their last three visits to McDiarmid Park without conceding a goal.
Overall, Rangers will aim to build on their European success and turn their domestic fortunes around in the coming weeks.
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