Bullish Nermanja Matic doesn’t buy into the Ibrox crowd being a factor in Lyon‘s clash with Rangers.
In fact, the veteran midfielder insists he prefers playing in a hostile environment as he gears up for the Europa League showdown. Rangers will face off against their fellow top seeds in the league phase in Glasgow as Philippe Clement’s side look to make it six points from six in the competition so far.
However, Pierre Sage’s French giants present a tough test for the Light Blues having splashed a whopping €140m in the summer as they look to push for the upper reaches of Ligue 1 and make their mark on Europe. But former Manchester United and Chelsea star Matic isn’t taking the Scottish Premiership side lightly as he looks forward to the atmosphere in Govan.
The 36-year-old said: “For me not is not a surprise to see Rangers get a victory in this phase (against Malmo). This club is important and we will need to put in the necessary work for to adds the thee points.
Obtaining a good score in Glasgow is very important at this phase Europa League. A triumph away from home is significant, a big positive for our objective.
“We have a good team with many ambitions in this season. Our challenge is all the victories in home and a minimum of 4 points in the travels. If we adds 3 in Scotland it is sensational. To play in Glasgow is a special atmosphere in the grounds is attractive for any footballer. For me not is a extra pressure because I prefer a full stadium rather than a complete void.”