Rangers have an opportunity to clinch a historic cup double by securing victory in the Scottish Cup Final against Celtic, marking Philippe Clement’s first triumph over their rivals. The focus for fans leading up to the game is on John Lundstram, who might be playing his final match for Rangers as Trabzonspor aims to snap him up once his contract expires. However, following a red card in his last game against Celtic, there are mixed opinions among fans regarding Lundstram’s role in the Final, with some suggesting he should be kept on the sidelines.
Clement hinted that Lundstram could feature in the final despite the uncertainties, indicating that he is unfazed by public opinions when it comes to selecting his starting lineup. While Ryan Jack is unlikely to start at the national stadium, Nicolas Raskin could step in if Lundstram is unavailable. Despite Raskin’s limited playing time under Clement, the manager has previously shown trust in Lundstram over the Belgian midfielder.
Raskin has struggled to secure a consistent spot in the starting lineup, often being brought on as a substitute for brief periods. Clement seems inclined towards retaining Lundstram’s services, even though the young Belgian star is eager for more game time. The manager has kept details about player injuries close to his chest, with uncertainties surrounding the availability of key players like Abdallah Sima, Leon Balogun, and Borna Barisic.
While some players like Connor Goldson and John Souttar are confirmed absences for the Final, emerging talents like Leon King and Robbie Fraser are expected to play crucial roles in the squad. Decisions loom in various positions on the field, with Todd Cantwell potentially getting the nod over Tom Lawrence, and Fabio Silva likely to feature on the left flank. The right-wing position remains up for grabs, adding to the anticipation surrounding the final lineup.
In the midst of injury concerns and player selections, Rangers fans eagerly await the official lineup for the Scottish Cup Final, as Philippe Clement aims to secure a memorable double for the club.
Central Midfielders
- Nico Raskin
- John Lundstram
- Tom Lawrence
- Todd Cantwell
Forwards
- Cyriel Dessers
- Scott Wright
- Fabio Silva
- Abdallah Sima