
EPL Index
·14 February 2024
Ibrox Awaits Rangers vs. Ross County Due

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·14 February 2024
In the heart of Glasgow, a battle brews under the floodlights of Ibrox Stadium. The mighty Rangers, with their eyes set on the Premiership crown, prepare to face Ross County—a side beleaguered by recent struggles yet unyielding in spirit. The famed Govan outfit stands on the threshold of dethroning their city rivals at the top, provided victory is secured with a flourish of a two-goal margin or more.
Manager Philippe Clement stands as the bulwark against complacency within the Rangers camp. “I don’t like it when you say teams are fragile,” declared Clement, echoing the resilience of a side unwilling to underestimate any opponent. The Rangers boss asserts the dignity of the players and the unpredictable vitality of a team under new interim management—a scenario he knows intimately.
As Rangers steel themselves for the confrontation, Clement dismisses distractions, focusing solely on the match’s challenges. “So we expect a tough game as always. We need to make the game, we need to break open the wall, we need to be really good with and without the ball and focus on that,” he insists, emphasizing the need for meticulous play and an unwavering concentration.
Clement’s philosophy of positivity rings clear as he downplays the significance of league standings in lieu of performance on the pitch. This approach resonates deeply within the squad, contrasting sharply with the less favourable reactions from the terraces in months past. The manager’s steadfast belief in affirmative momentum carries the potential to transform into a powerful driving force.
Rangers will carefully gauge the readiness of defender Leon Balogun, donning a protective mask, while midfield stalwart Ryan Jack is judiciously rested. Meanwhile, Ross County grapples with their own roster challenges, with several key players sidelined, ensuring that the Staggies’ depth and resolve will be rigorously tested.
The historical ledger leans heavily in Rangers’ favour, with the team maintaining an unbeaten record against Ross County across all encounters. Yet, football is played on grass, not paper, and every match writes its own story. While Rangers have carved a fortress at home under Clement’s tenure, Ross County’s search for an elusive away win continues—a narrative of hope against the odds.
Ross County’s Quest to Reverse the Tide Ross County’s recent form does little to cast them as favourites in this clash, yet the beautiful game cares little for odds. The Dingwall-based squad arrives in Glasgow not merely to participate but to challenge, to disrupt the narrative, and perhaps, to ignite their season with a performance reminiscent of their draw in 2017.