The last week has been dominated by the fallout from Sunday’s controversial Premier Sports Cup Final defeat to Celtic.
But Philippe Clement’s side must now build on their promising display and put together a string of results in the Premiership. Rangers were left reeling after being denied a clear penalty kick at Hampden as Celts reclaimed their trophy in a dramatic shootout after a 3-3 thriller. Losing any final to your bitter rivals is always a sore one to take, but this one especially hurt the Ibrox faithful as the Hoops edged one trophy in front as the most successful team in Scotland.
Gers can’t afford to feel sorry for themselves, though, as they look to somehow drag themselves back into the title fight. Aberdeen are one point ahead in second place but the Light Blues have a game in hand that could see them overtake the Dons. And after the weekend’s Old Firm classic, there’s another derby just around the corner as Glasgow’s big two lock horns in Govan on January 2.
That’s already been billed as a ‘must-win’ for Rangers and Clement will demand his side build momentum ahead of the epic showdown. Dundee are the visitors on Saturday and Tony Docherty’s men have ambitions of their own to finish in the top six. The Dees would love to emulate city neighbours Dundee United by nicking a point at Ibrox, giving their fans an early Christmas present. Here, Record Sport tells you everything you need to know ahead of the game.
When is Rangers vs Dundee?
Rangers host Dundee at Ibrox on Saturday December 21. Kick-off is at 3pm.
Is Rangers vs Dundee on TV?
Unfortunately, the fixture has not been selected by Sky Sports or Premier Sports. However, fans can tune into Sportscene highlights on BBC One Scotland from 10:40pm.
Can I live stream Rangers vs Dundee and is there a PPV option?
Rangers TV and Dundee TV subscribers outside the UK and Ireland will be able to stream the match live. As things stand, there is no option to purchase a pay-per-view pass.
Where else can I follow Rangers vs Dundee?
You can keep up with all the action from Govan right here on dailyrecord.co.uk! Record Sport will be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the clash gets underway. After the game, we’ll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as player ratings, talking points and plenty more.
Referee and VAR
Matthew MacDermid will be the man in the middle at Ibrox. He’ll be assisted by Graeme Stewart and Alastair Mather. Nick Walsh is on VAR duties alongside assistant Graeme Leslie.
Team news
Rangers duo Rabbi Matondo and Oscar Cortes made their injury comebacks in the B side’s midweek Glasgow Cup Final triumph over Celtic and could be included in the matchday squad. Tom Lawrence is unlikely to be available, while Neraysho Kasanwirjo is out for the long-term.
Dundee’s Joe Shaughnessy has been sidelined since April for Dundee but the defender could be back before the New Year. Ziyad Larkeche is also edging closer to full fitness.