Rangers Secure 3-0 Victory Over Viktor Plzen; Russell Martin Believes Lineup Leak Was Not Malicious
In the upcoming Scottish Premiership clash between Rangers and Dundee, the home team will be without the services of Mikey Moore, Thelo Aasgaard, and Hamza Igamane, as they remain unavailable for selection due to various reasons.
Head coach Russell Martin has expressed his trust in the integrity of his team, stating that he believes no one inside the Rangers' camp would intentionally leak the team selection to harm the team. This statement comes amidst the backdrop of the leaked team selection for Rangers' Champions League qualifier against Viktoria Plzen, which did not appear to affect their performance, as they won decisively 3-0 at Ibrox.
Martin, who joined Rangers over the summer, has been focused on ensuring the readiness and fitness of his players, particularly Hamza Igamane, who has been recovering from a visa problem and is being eased back into training to avoid injury. Mikey Moore, a promising young talent, will turn 18 on Monday, after which he will be available for selection.
The absence of key players has raised concerns for Martin, who is keen to maintain organization and avoid complacency to secure qualification for the playoff round and ultimately the Champions League group stage. The strong first-leg win against Viktoria Plzen has provided confidence heading into both the second leg and domestic fixtures, but the team will need to be at their best to overcome the challenges posed by Dundee.
Interestingly, there have been no reports of leaked team selections for the upcoming Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Dundee. Martin, however, acknowledged that leaks are common in today's game and remains calm and focused on preparing his team for each match.
Rangers have not qualified for the Champions League in three years, and the upcoming fixtures present an opportunity to change that. The team will need to perform at their best, with or without their key players, to secure a place in the competition.
With the Dundee match fast approaching, Rangers fans will be hoping for a strong performance from their team, as they look to continue their positive momentum and secure a place in the Champions League group stage.
Sports is a significant part of Russell Martin's agenda, with the focus on maintaining his players' health and readiness. With Mikey Moore turning 18 soon and becoming available for selection, Martin is hopeful about the team's prospects. Concerns arise amidst the absence of key players, but the team's performance in European leagues, like the Champions League, indicates a strong resolve, even when faced with challenges, such as the one presented by Dundee in the upcoming Scottish Premiership match. Despite no leaked team selections for this domestic fixture, Martin remains vigilant, acknowledging the common occurrence of such incidents in today's sports landscape.
