Bullish Philippe Clement urges Rangers to shock Europe by

Bullish Philippe Clement urges Rangers to shock Europe by knocking out Benfica to reach quarter-final of the Europa League

After the first leg in Lisbon, the two teams are tied at 2-2. According to the Ibrox manager, who is prepared to

would be a statement for the players.

At his pre-game press conference, Clement stated, “We are not naive; we know that Benfica has a really talented

squad with a lot of experience also.”

“They have players who have played at a very high level in the past, as well as World Cup winners and a number of

really great talents who may fetch a lot of money after this season.

for all of Europe to see us do that.”

Clement advised his Rangers teammates that Thursday nights are the best times for them to show off their skills if

they want to compete at the highest level.

“If they make it through, it will be a really exciting event as they will demonstrate something for all of Europe,” the

manager remarked. In terms of their career, it might be really noteworthy.

“You can gain more attention by doing unique stuff like this. I am aware of the club’s policy, which states that you

must identify quality replacements for players who can perform better than Rangers

if it is in the best interests of the team.

“So in evenings like this, they can make steps in that way. But the most important thing is to understand that it is not

an individual thing to show yourself. They can only show themselves if they show themselves as a team.”

Although Clement acknowledges that Benfica are the slight favorites, he will not allow his squad to enter the game

feeling inferior in front of another sold-out Ibrox crowd after leading former team

Club Brugge to a 2-2 draw in the Bernabeu in October 2019.

When asked if the Gers were the underdogs, he responded, “Yes, I think so.” Yes,

if you’re realistic. In my heart, though, no.

“I always have great expectations, but I’m also a realistic guy, and I feel this club can meet those expectations. Before

the Benfica match, I informed them that we deserved to draw 2-2 with Real Madrid with Brugge.

“I think we can win against any club we face when things go our way. We could have won that one, but this Rangers

squad is superior than that Brugge team. That is something I firmly think.

“I am aware that Benfica rested four or five players in preparation for this match over the weekend. However, I have

seen enough today to know that my players are prepared and that there is a great deal of hunger.

“We are aware that we must perform above our abilities in order to qualify, but we are determined to do so, and the

encouragement of the supporters can help even more.

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