As the Scottish Premiership season draws to a close, Rangers prepare to face Falkirk on Saturday afternoon in what promises to be an intriguing final clash. Both teams have already secured their finishing positions—Rangers sit third with 69 points, while Falkirk hold sixth with 49—but there's still pride on the line.
The Gers come into this match in a challenging run of form, having lost their last four league games. After a promising season that briefly saw them in the title conversation, Danny Röhl's side has struggled since the split, with defeats including a 2-1 loss to Hearts, a 3-1 Old Firm derby setback against Celtic, and a disappointing 2-1 home defeat to Hibernian midweek. They'll be desperate to avoid ending the campaign with five consecutive losses.
Team news brings significant changes, with captain James Tavernier ruled out after featuring in his final match for the club. The defender has been sidelined following a disagreement with the manager and an ongoing ankle issue. In his absence, expect Max Aarons to step into the right-back role.
Injury concerns continue to mount for Rangers. Nicolas Raskin remains out with a hamstring problem, while Dujon Sterling is a doubt due to concerns over Falkirk's artificial pitch. Ryan Naderi and Bailey Rice are also unavailable, leaving Röhl with a limited squad for this final fixture.
Despite the recent struggles, Rangers will be motivated to finish on a high note and build momentum for next season. The predicted starting XI features Butland in goal, with Sterling, Djiga, Fernandez, and Rommens forming the backline. Barron and Diomande are expected to anchor the midfield, while Antman, Aasgaard, Moore, and Chermiti lead the attack.
The match kicks off at 8pm BST on Saturday, 16th May, though fans in the UK won't be able to catch it live on TV or streaming platforms. For Rangers supporters, this is a chance to see their team end a difficult season with a statement performance—and perhaps a glimpse of what's to come.
