Rangers are set to face off against Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday, and manager Michael Beale is expected to make some changes to his starting lineup. One player who could be given a chance to impress is Curtis Main, who has been working his way back to fitness after an injury layoff.
Main has been a bit-part player for Rangers so far this season, but he has shown glimpses of his quality in his limited appearances. With Antonio Colak struggling to find his form in recent weeks, Main could be given the opportunity to lead the line against Motherwell.
In midfield, Beale is expected to stick with his trusted trio of Glen Kamara, John Lundstram, and Ianis Hagi. The three players have formed a strong partnership in recent weeks, and Beale will be hoping they can continue to control the tempo of the game against Motherwell.
At the back, Rangers are expected to stick with their usual defensive lineup, with James Tavernier and Borna Barisic providing width and support from the full-back positions. Leon Balogun and Connor Goldson are expected to continue their partnership at center-back, with Jon McLaughlin keeping goal.
Motherwell, meanwhile, are expected to set up in a more defensive shape, with manager Steven Hammell looking to nullify Rangers’ attacking threat. The Steelmen have been struggling for form in recent weeks, but they will be looking to cause an upset against one of the top teams in the league.
_Predicted Rangers Team:_
– Jon McLaughlin (GK)
– James Tavernier (RB)
– Leon Balogun (CB)
– Connor Goldson (CB)
– Borna Barisic (LB)
– Glen Kamara (CM)
– John Lundstram (CM)
– Ianis Hagi (AM)
– Ryan Kent (RW)
– Curtis Main (ST)
_Predicted Motherwell Team:_
– Liam Kelly (GK)
– Stephen O’Donnell (RB)
– Bevis Mugabi (CB)
– Ricki Lamie (CB)
– Jake Carroll (LB)
– Liam Donnelly (CM)
– Barry Maguire (CM)
– Blair Spittal (AM)
– Kevin van Veen (ST)
– Connor Shields (ST)
_Key Facts:_
– Rangers are currently second in the Scottish Premiership, two points behind leaders Celtic.
– Motherwell are 10th in the league, four points clear of the relegation zone.
– Rangers have won their last three meetings with Motherwell, scoring 10 goals in the process.
– Curtis Main has scored two goals in his last three appearances for Rangers.