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Russell Martin’s first game of Rangers ended with a 2-0 win against Pannikos in his Champions League’s second qualifying round first leg. What did we learn? Here are five tackling points …
It is clear to see the style of the game
Max Arvans was too much involved with the left
As MK Donz, Swansea and Southampton are clear on Martin’s former administrative magic, he wants his team to dominate the ball. He demands it. For better or worse, the Rangers played from behind, moving the ball quickly, and wanted to maintain occupation of all parts of the pitch.
We cannot ignore that the visitors sent a player in the 58th minute, but the Rangers had 75 % of the game. He only reached this mark in more than 50 games in all competitions last season. Last year, the Europa League has an average of 41 % in its own 12 games.
Similarly, their 708 sides were tried and 655 passes were completed (92 %) were more than any game in the previous season and more than 435 attempts were made and 360 passes were completed. The strategy to occupy the hair was clear.
Average positions of Rangers players in the early XI
The Rangers raised their familiar 4-3-3, but especially the complete back movement was a place to talk. James Towerner and Max Arvans were often seen walking around two centerbacks to pick up the ball. Even Aarones took place as a deep midfielder.
The Rangers were seized on several occasions, but this would not prevent Martin from being stuck.
A solid start for defense
Jack Batland made some important savings
Rangers had only two clean sheets in their last 17 games last season, and if their tragic record could have been released if it had not been a super -saving through Jack Batland.
The visitors had their possibilities, but Batland proved his ability and after the last season’s end, he was confidently seen when he was left for some poor performance.
Defense, there is still yet to work, but Nasir Digiga looked at this section. On the loan of the lone wolves, the speed and strength of the wolves were visible and he fits well in a team that will look to play height but will be sensitive to the counter.
As after the aforementioned touch, joining Aaronz and Torneare more central areas meant that there were wide spaces to exploit, and lacks the speed of Jojja with John Sutter, which could cause some problems.
Will Martin change personnel or plans to help avoid it, or is it just part of a risk -related compensation strategy?
Roth Well’s influence in Midfield will be key
Joe is going to be an important part of the Rangers line -up under Ruth Wheel Russell Martin
Cool, calm and composed. Joe Ruth Well enjoyed an amazing debut film and seems to be an integral part of Martin’s plan. The ability to lift, maintain and pass the ball deeply, were all involved in the show – and this transition is something that lacks the Rangers.
Last year, two of the two Rangers players, Nicholas Raskin and Mohammad Domande, stand to take advantage of the presence of Ruth Well. Raskin was seen far beyond the earlier, which created possibilities in the box and moving forward. Dumande develops with freedom, and Ruth Well can allow it.
The effect of the curtis and the energy of the gusma
Rangers’ Findley Curtis celebrates his opener against Pannikoskos
When looking at the initial XI, it was appropriate to ask where the creative spark would come from. The eighteen-year-old Findley Curtis, who was affected in the pre-season, stepped up with an amazing opening goal-club.
It seems that the system and the formation provide enough space to the wingers in which they have to work, and they need to be able to defeat a man. And when any player was introduced to the bench, he did not provide more enthusiasm than Jejdey Gasma.
When his signature was announced, Martin called him a “player who would get supporters at the edge of his seats,” and it doesn’t take long for him to be. Gasama arrived in the 75th minute and scored in the 78th, a drive below left, cut inside and ended from the outside box. It was almost carbon copy of the curtis strike.
Martin will see his wingers to make a difference.
The attack may look completely different next week
Jiji Gasama scored in Rangers’ debut so that the lead was doubled
The introduction of Gasama increased energy. But he did not come alone. Last season’s top scorer, Hamza Egamayan and Siles Disasters joined it. Egamane played a role in Gasama’s goal, falling deep to collect the ball, holding it and dividing it into Domanda in Midfield.
Desters, despite the summer exit links, can still participate to play in this tie. The newly -signed Thalo Asgard, who loses Tuesday through injury, should be available for the second phase.
Even less than a week at a distance, the team may have some changes, especially above.
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Rangers will start their 2025/26 on the Scottish Premier Shivter Season Mother -in -law On Saturday, August 2, live on Sky Sports.
Martin’s first Scottish Premier Shap Game will be against Steven Presley on Saturday 9th August. Stem.
First Old The Clash of Season is on Sunday, August 31 Sky Sports As if Seiletic The journey to Eberox, a fact that can be key as Martin, is seen to stop the differences on his city’s rivals this season.
The parties will meet again at the Celtic Park on Wednesday, January 3. Sky Sports – With his last pre -spiral meeting in Ibrox on February 28.
