Rangers will take on Ludogorets in the Europa League on Thursday, 22 January, in a match that is about nothing more than pride for the hosts.
After a torrid European campaign, Rangers come into the match on just one point after six matches played, and qualification is now out of the question.
For Ludogorets, there is still a chance of making the playoffs, but they will likely need to pick up something here to avoid dropping out of the top-24.
As part of this week's round of Europa League betting tips, check out our Rangers vs Ludogorets prediction below.
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Rangers vs Ludogorets prediction: The hosts to finally get a win
Key Stats
- Rangers have won their last six matches in all competitions.
- Ludogorets havent' played a competitive match for over a month.
- Rangers have kept a clean sheet in each of their last three matches.
Correct score prediction: Rangers 2-0 Ludogorets
Rangers will catch Ludogorets cold on Thursday night, and given they are currently playing their best football of the season, that should spell danger for the Bulgarian outfit.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Great value on a home win
- HOME: 19/20 (1.95) – 51.3%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) 27%
- AWAY: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Rangers vs Ludogorets odds indicate that the hosts won't have a better chance at breaking their European duck this season. Ladbrokes have given Rangers a 51.3% chance of winning the match, while Ludogorets have been given juts a 27.8% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: A first-ever meeting
This will be the first time that Rangers and Ludogorets have ever played against each other, which adds an extra element of intrigue to the fixture.
Rangers preview: Injuries are piling up
Danny Rohl was able to rest several important players at the weekend, so Rangers should look a lot stronger tonight. Despite that, they are still without Derek Cornelius, Bailey Rice, Dujon Sterling, Connor Barron and Nedim Bajrami due to a variety of injury problems.
Predicted lineup: Butland (GK), Tavernier, Fernandez, Souttar, Meghoma, Aasgard, Raskin, Gassama, Diomande, Moore, Chermiti
Last five results
- Rangers 5-0 Annan
- Aberdeen 0-2 Rangers
- Rangers 2-0 Aberdeen
- Celtic 1-3 Rangers
- Rangers 2-1 St. Mirren
Ludogorets preview: In good nick
Although Ludoogorets are considered the underdogs for this fixture, they do have a near-fully fit squad for this one, after more than a month without any competitive matches. Aguibou Camara is their only absentee, with the midfielder out until April.
Predicted lineup: Bonmann (GK), Son, Verdon, Almeida, Nedyalkov, Duarte, Kaloc, Caio Vidal, Stanic, Tekpetey, Bile
Last five results
- Rakow 2-2 Ludogorets
- Paks 2-3 Ludogorets
- Beroe 0-4 Ludogorets
- Septemvri Sofia 1-3 Ludogorets
- Ludogorets 3-3 PAOK
Player to watch: Thelo Aasgaard
Thelo Aasgaard has really started to come into his own in recent weeks, and the midfielder is becoming a real threat in terms of goals production from midfield. Across his last seven outings for Rangers, the Norwegian has registered five goals/assists, making him one of club's most important players.