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Sparta Prague v Rangers live: Team news and how to watch Europa League contest

talksport.com, 30 September 2021, 09:14
Rangers face the prospect of a tricky tie as they take on Sparta Prague in the Europa League this evening.

It's been a mixed start to the season for Steven Gerrard's side who haven't quite hit the heights that they achieved last term.

However they do sit at the top of the Scottish Premiership after picking up five wins in seven games.

A trip to the Czech Republic will be a real test as the Gers look to get their first points on the board in following a 2-0 home defeat to Lyon on matchday one.

Sparta Prague v Rangers: Date and time

The Europa League contest will take place on Thursday, September 30 at the Letna Stadium in Prague.

Kick-off is scheduled for 5.45pm UK time.

Steven Gerrard's side are taking part in the early kick-off with rivals Celtic competing at 8pm.

Sparta Prague v Rangers: TV channel and live stream

The clash is set to be televised and will be shown live on BT Sport 3.

Coverage will begin at 5.15pm and will conclude at 7.45pm on Thursday evening.

BT Sport subscribers can live stream this match via the app on their computer, mobile and tablet devices.

Updates from the clash will be available on talkSPORT throughout the evening.

Sparta Prague v Rangers: Team news

Sparta Prague will be without striker Lukas Julis who misses out with a groin inury.

They'll also be without Ladislav Krejci, Casper Hojer and Borek Dockal.

Steven Gerrard will have no new injury worries ahead of the match.

Scott Arfield will return to the squad along with Stephen Kelly and Robby McCrorie, while Filip Helander, Ryan Kent, Nnamdi Ofoborh and Ryan Jack remain out.

Sparta Prague v Rangers: What has been said?

Steven Gerrard says he has 'no apprehension' ahead of the match regarding racial abuse after Glen Kamara was subjected to abuse against Slavia Prague six months ago.

He said: "I have spoken to the majority of my players in the last couple of days and we spoke about the game.

"Glen and Kemar, who were affected from the last game, are in a good place and looking forward. Both want to come and put in a performance for the team.

"There is no apprehension as far as I am concerned, I have had assurances that everything is going to be fine.

"For me, it is all about focusing on the game, preparing the team in the best way we can and hopefully it is going to be a real good spectacle because you have got two good teams who both need these points. I predict it is going to be a real good game.

"Look, that (progress in combating racism) is out of my control. I think that is for the powers that be.

"I think everyone involved in the game, yourselves included, we are always looking for improvement, always looking for the powers that be to step forward and show leadership on this topic.

"We know it is not totally out of the game or eradicated, there is still more work and more education to be put in place.

"But, in my position, you can only talk and say certain things and push and support. It is for people who are in higher places than me involved in the game that can make the difference and the change."

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