But he’s bang in the hunt now and a clean sweep would go down as one of the club’s greatest achievements.
Philippe Clement's revelation in Portugal about one of Rangers’ directors suggesting domestic silverware might be more important than Europe didn’t come as much of a surprise.
Then there is Europe. It’s almost seen as a bit of fun but there’s a potential for it to get in the way of the league and Scottish Cup charge. Everyone knows it can be a problem. Already a few players are starting to look like their tanks are running on empty. Poor John Lundstram has been a Duracell bunny this season but the other night in Lisbon he staggered off like he’d done a marathon with a caravan on his back. It does take its toll.
Six group stage appearances in 14 years and no knockout wins since Joe Biden was a nipper is a serious embarrassment. Meanwhile, Rangers have been flying the flag even after their detour down the leagues. If anything, Gers have not had the credit they deserve for the Euro runs of recent years. Coming through all the qualifiers and getting to the Europa League Final in 2022 – and within a penalty of winning the thing – is one of the greatest achievements in Scottish football history.
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