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Shock Rangers XI Revealed for St Mirren Clash: Bailey Rice Gets the Nod in Bold Attacking Overhaul

April 26, 2025 RAYMOND 0

With only five matches left and a manager set to depart, Rangers face a difficult end to the season. Motivation has been a struggle for the squad, and while pride is on the line, stringing together victories may only highlight the painful gap to Celtic, who remain comfortably ahead.

First up is a challenging trip to St Mirren, who have already beaten Rangers twice this season. Despite little left to play for in terms of European qualification, Stephen Robinson’s side is never an easy opponent, and a bruising encounter is expected.

Changes to the starting XI are anticipated. Jack Butland should return to goal to rebuild his confidence, while the 3-5-2 formation might be scrapped due to limited options in the full-back positions. In midfield, Bailey Rice deserves a run of games, alongside Nicolas Raskin and Mohamed Diomande. Up front, Vaclav Cerny should retain his spot, with Oscar Cortes given a chance to rediscover his form on the left. The decision between Hamza Igamane and Danilo for the central striker role is crucial, with Igamane showing promise as the season’s standout forward.

Can Regis Le Bris Crack the Code? Bristol City Boss Faces Tactical Test Against Liam Manning in High-Stakes Sunderland Rematch

April 16, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Sunderland head to Ashton Gate with their play-off spot secured, but questions still linger over their attacking form. Despite dominating possession in the reverse fixture against Bristol City, Regis Le Bris’ side struggled to break through until a last-gasp equaliser from Patrick Roberts salvaged a point. Now, with just two goals in their last five games and a continued lack of cutting edge in the final third, Le Bris faces mounting pressure to find a tactical solution—especially against a Robins side still fighting tooth and nail for a top-six finish.

Championship Insider Drops Tense Hull City vs Coventry Prediction — One Team Ready to ‘Dig Deep and Grind Out Victory’

April 14, 2025 RAYMOND 0

With the Championship season entering its final stretch, Monday night’s clash between Hull City and Coventry City carries weight at both ends of the table. Coventry, despite a dip in form, have the opportunity to climb into the play-off positions with a win — a result that would put real distance between them and the chasing pack. Hull, meanwhile, are teetering dangerously close to the relegation zone and desperately need points to stay afloat. As tension builds, even the experts can’t agree on what to expect, with predictions ranging from a goalless draw to a dramatic Coventry win. One thing’s certain: the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Behind Closed Doors: Inside Stoke City’s Tense Dressing Room Ahead of Cardiff ‘Cup Final’ Showdown

April 10, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Stoke City returned to training today with a heightened sense of urgency ahead of a critical Championship showdown against Cardiff City, a match Wouter Burger has dubbed a “cup final.” The Potters know that a win in South Wales would be a massive step toward securing their Championship status, with just a handful of games remaining. Backed by over 1,500 fans, Stoke will face Cardiff with a two-point advantage, having slipped to a frustrating draw against Luton Town midweek after conceding a last-minute equalizer.

Burger admitted the team was hurting after dropping two valuable points, but there was no time for regret. “We just have to stay together,” he said, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the next game. Manager Mark Robins echoed this sentiment, acknowledging that late goals have become a painful trend but stressing that the team must quickly recover and look ahead to the challenges that remain. “There’s still a long way to go,” Robins said. “A lot of work to be done, but we’re still alive in this fight.”