RANGERS VS BENFICA: Philippe Clement Confirms Rangers Star will not Play Ahead of Benfica Crash.
RANGERS VS BENFICA: Philippe Clement Confirms Rangers Star will not Play Ahead of Benfica Crash.
While Rangers get ready to play Benfica in the Europa League on Thursday (14
March), Philippe Clement has provided an update regarding the availability of Todd
Cantwell and Dujon Sterling.
Since moving to Ibrox in October, the former Chelsea defender has flourished under
the Belgian manager, playing a variety of positions throughout the field. However, on
Sunday, March 10, he was pulled off the field after just 34 minutes against
Hibernian.
Cantwell has become a real leader at Ibrox, greatly enhancing both his goal-
contribution and ball-handling skills, and fast becoming one of Clement’s first names
on the roster.
On Wednesday, March 13, he made the following statement via the team’s official X
account: “Todd is clearly not ready for ninety minutes, but he is ready to play a
number of minutes as discussed with the medical staff.” He performed well during
the training, and I’m glad to have him back.
“Dujon won’t be in the team; it’s a small problem, but we won’t take the chance.
We’ll check in with him before Sunday. Ross McCausland completed a portion of his
training today; we’ll see how he is tomorrow.
Dujon Sterling absence hands Rangers huge blow v Benfica
Fans will be devastated that Sterling won’t be available for the second leg at Ibrox
after he scored against Benfica in the first leg in Lisbon. Under Clement, Sterling’s
skill level has increased dramatically, and he can now play a variety of positions,
including full-back, midfield, and even winger.
But Cantwell’s return will be a big help for the Gers, who have lost five games across
all competitions since he left the field against St Johnstone on Sunday, February 18.
Despite being pushed back twice in Lisbon, Clement will be full of confidence that his
squad will overcome Benfica with the support of the Ibrox supporters.
Having Cantwell back will be crucial not only for the potential of winning the Europa
League but also for the Scottish Premiership, which is their last season to win a
second league title in ten years.
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