Ally McCoist has admitted he’ll be nervously watching Rangers’ upcoming Europa League clashes against Tottenham and Manchester United from “behind the couch.” The Ibrox legend acknowledged these are exciting matches for the club, especially with former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou making a high-profile return to Glasgow.
During a live segment on *talkSPORT* on 19 September, Alan Brazil expressed surprise upon realizing Rangers’ matchups with the two English giants. McCoist responded with a mix of enthusiasm and apprehension, saying, “They’re brilliant games. I’ll be watching those two from behind the couch with the way things are going at the moment. You couldn’t make it up really, big Ange coming back up to Ibrox and then obviously going up to Old Trafford.”
However, doubts remain about Rangers’ readiness to face Manchester United and Tottenham. Under Philippe Clement, the team has struggled this season, currently sitting third in the Scottish Premiership. Ongoing issues, including the resignation of chairman John Bennett [*The Athletic*, 14 September], have added to the uncertainty around the club.
Recent results, such as a 3-0 defeat to Celtic and a frustrating draw with Hearts, suggest that Rangers might not be fully prepared for these challenging Europa League encounters unless fortunes improve swiftly.
Despite several new signings at Ibrox, the absence of key players like Danilo and Rabbi Matondo due to injuries [Chris Jack, 5 September] has left the squad short on numbers, raising concerns as they approach these crucial matches.
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