Rangers face an uphill battle to reach the Champions League play-off round after losing the first-leg of their qualifier 2-0 against Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium.
Captain Teddy Tuema put the home side ahead in the first-half after slack defending from Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s men before a controversial penalty in the second half was tucked away by winger Dante Vanzeir to round off the victory.
The Belgian will feel aggreived they didn’t score more goals in the latter stages as the dealt the Light Blues a hammer blow in their quest to mix it with Europe’s elite clubs.
It was a wretched display by last season’s Europa League finalists and leaves them with it all to do heading into the return leg at Ibrox next week.
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9. Rabbi Matondo - 3
Disappointing showing on his competitive debut. Isolated figure on the left flank and did nothing to convince GVB that he should be a regular starter. | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images
10. Malik Tillman - 6
Very bright start to the first-half and caused the hosts’ problems but his influence faded as the match wore on. Positive signs on his first start, showing creativity and spark. | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images
11. Antonio Colak - 5
Lack of service throughout the 90 mins but worked hard. Passed up a glorious chance from Tillman’s assist, failing to direct his effort on target. | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images
12. Ben Davies - 1
Brought on for Jack but looked a bit lost and had a major role in Union’s second goal. Still looks short of match sharpness. | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images