Glasgow Rangers vs Olympique Lyonnais prediction for Thursday’s Europa League Group A matchup at Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow. Scottish champions Rangers will host Lyon who finished third in the Ligue 1 last season. You can read our preview free prediction and betting tips on this page.
Glasgow Rangers eager to kick off their UEL campaign with a positive result
Rangers failed to reach the Champions League group stage after losing to Malmo in the qualification round. As a result, the Scottish champions are now playing in the Europa League. Notably, this is the Gers third consecutive UEL group stage appearance. But manager Steven Gerard will look to advance past the last 16 after failing in the previous two seasons.
Just four defeats in their last 27 European home matches indicates Rangers can be tough to beat at Ibrox. Also in the Scottish League, the Blues won their last four games after a losing start in their opening match. Hence, all these factors must give Gerard and his team the confidence needed ahead of this crucial fixture.
Rangers Key Points
Olympique Lyonnais looking for a successful UEL season
After a thrilling four-way French title race last season, Lyon are looking for silverware this season. With that in mind, Les Gones are in the UEL with the intention of going all the way.
Notably, they won more UEL matches (21) and scored more goals (70) than any other French club. Hence their ambition might fall in the right place.
In addition, coach Peter Bosz will be confident with his team’s recent away record in the UEL. In fact, Lyon lost just one of their last nine away games in the Europa League. Moreover, their last visit to Ibrox in the 2007/8 season saw Lyon leave with a convincing 3-0 victory.
Lyon key points
Glasgow Rangers vs Olymoique Lyonnais Prediction
According to the bookies, both teams have the exact same chances of winning this match. Additionally, the odds are quite high as well, 2.64 at Vbet for any team’s win.
Usually, in these sorts of matches, a draw is the most likely prediction by many analysts. Considering the form and level of both teams in recent weeks, we find that a probability.
Hence, looking at the combos section at Vbet, we find the double chance and total goals market. And with some fine odds, we will back a couple based on the stats we pointed out earlier in the preview.
Glasgow Rangers vs Olympique Lyonnais Betting Tips
X or 2 and Over 1.5 Goals 1.84 at Vbet
1 or x and Under 4.5 Goals 1.69 at Vbet
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