Rangers faced a significant setback in their Europa League campaign, losing 2-1 to Ferencvaros. This match marked the team’s fifth defeat in their last six outings, casting doubt on their chances for advancement.
Match Overview: Rangers vs. Ferencvaros
The Ibrox club initially took the lead when Bojan Miovski scored an acrobatic volley. However, they could not maintain their advantage, conceding an equalizer just before half-time. Bence Otvos’ shot took a fortunate deflection to find the bottom corner.
Key Moments
- Lead Taken: Bojan Miovski scores with a volley.
- Equalizer: Bence Otvos levels the score with a deflected shot.
- Deciding Goal: Barnabas Varga heads in the winner from Callum O’Dowda’s cross.
Rangers had multiple opportunities to extend their lead, particularly through striker Bamidele Yusuf. However, his inability to convert chances proved costly. During the closing moments, Findlay Curtis nearly equalized but was thwarted by a brilliant save from Ferencvaros goalkeeper David Grof.
Upcoming Challenges
Rangers now face a daunting path ahead. To keep their hopes alive, they must win their remaining two matches against Ludogorets and Porto. Additionally, they will rely on favorable outcomes from other fixtures.
With 22 teams already accumulating at least eight points, Rangers’ chances of advancing are slim. Their situation could worsen as early as Thursday if Celtic secures a point against Roma and one of the teams, Basel or Go Ahead Eagles, wins their match.
The team’s future in the Europa League hangs in the balance, with only a small window for redemption remaining.
