***The Official Rangers v Motherwell Thread***

[Aldo1872 28]

The defence really worries me.

Although Cribari looked a bit better on Sunday, he and Perry look very vulnerable against Division Three sides. Top-of-the-table SPL team naturally wiould cause even more problems. But hopefully it doesn't work out like that.

I'd definitely put Hutton in the midfield with MacLeod if Black can't make it. Surprised he hasn't figured this season.

[WaltersGotStyle 160]

Really excited about tonight! Gutted I can't make it through though.

Really hope Black makes the game.

[Gaz92 966]

Any update on Black, do we know?

If Black is in fact out (although I think they'll do their best to make sure he's fit) I think McCoist will move McCulloch back into midfield for that bit of dig that will be absent with Black. And as much as I hate to say it, Sandaza will probably start up front. He's not impressed me at all tonight, but who knows, up against SPL opposition might bring him to life.

If Sanzada is starting, the key is getting the support to him. I've little doubt that we'll start with one up front, like at QOS, and although Sandaza was a bit of a scapegoat for that game, he was completely isolated. Getting next to no support whilst playing one up front simply isn't going to work, and it didn't until we changed things about. The likes of Shiels and McKay need to be getting into the areas where they can play off Sandaza, because despite his height, Sandaza isn't your typical centre forward. He's much more comfortable with the ball at his feet.

As for the defence it is a bit more difficult. I have the faith that we actually have the quality going forward, but I don't think I'm the only one who simply doesn't trust our defence. They've looked shaky, and have found it almost impossible to keep a clean sheet. Don't expect one tonight, but hopefully it doesn't turn into a battle over who can score the most goals over 3.

Genuinely don't know what to expect from tonight. It could be 3-1 to us, or 3-1 to them and I'd be barely surprised either way. A much more solid display is needed though. The utmost professionalism is without doubt a necessity to see this one through.

[WaltersGotStyle 160]

The only reason we lost against QOS was our attitude.

Our attitude needs to be spot on tonight.

[Allanger 625]

Can't wait for this.If our defence can up their game then we are in with a shout.

[ThatNightInFlorence 696]

Not been as excited for a game since the first home game of the season

To any bears looking in who are unsure about purchasing a ticket for tonight, just do it! You can say you were there when we as an SFL3 team knocked out the SPL leaders on our own patch

WATP

[southcoastbear 1,639]

I fear people may be right that McCulloch will be moved back into midfield tonight, unfortunately there is a history of it. If we don't carry a credible goal threat it allows them to commit more to attack and any long ball played will be mopped up and come straight back, even though we played less of them last time out.

Also please not sandaza on his own up front. As stated earlier I'd go 4,5,1 with two out and out wingers to start with and run the legs off their lot, then bring on more creative players.

Whilst it would be great to put one over on the spl leaders the league must remain our main priority and if there is any doubt over black he shouldn't play, IMO anyway.

[disgruntled_bear 157]

Must win game tonight. Games like tonight is where you're judged as a player and a manager of our famous club. Just hope both parties deliver tonight. Big expectations.

[Gaz92 966]

I fear people may be right that McCulloch will be moved back into midfield tonight, unfortunately there is a history of it. If we don't carry a credible goal threat it allows them to commit more to attack and any long ball played will be mopped up and come straight back, even though we played less of them last time out.

Also please not sandaza on his own up front. As stated earlier I'd go 4,5,1 with two out and out wingers to start with and run the legs off their lot, then bring on more creative players.

Whilst it would be great to put one over on the spl leaders the league must remain our main priority and if there is any doubt over black he shouldn't play, IMO anyway.

If Sandaza's starting, I feel he needs someone right in behind him. He was completely useless against QOS because he was so isolated. I'm not his biggest fan, but when Kyle came on, he brought a new dimension to the game. He's able to win the ball in the air, hold it up and bring others into play. I'm not claiming he should start instead, but if we're trying to keep the midfield solid, and just start one up top on his own, I'd probably edge towards Kyle for that. That's if he's fit enough, of course.

Edit: Just realised he might be banned for this actually.

[WaltersGotStyle 160]

Turning into a nice night for the game!

[Ger_onimo 20,488]

If it's on BBC Scotland do they have it up on the website as well, for those of us down South?

[papaguy51 912]

Massive game for Ally and it won't start well if he puts Jig in midfield.

[varius 8]

really buzzed for tonights game, a win would be tremendous

[super-ally loyal 17]

If it's on BBC Scotland do they have it up on the website as well, for those of us down South?

Not sure about that but i do know if you have sky or some freeview boxes u can get bbc Scotland etc in the high numbers like 900 n something. Hope that helps

[Professor_Chang 1,078]

Surely to god Ally isn't stupid enough to play Jig in midfield when we have Hutton who is better player in said position.

[trueblue4life 20]

Alexander

Faure - Perry - Cribari

Argyriou - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Wallace

Aird - Hutton - MacLeod

Shiels

McCulloch

[polishranger 98]

A win would make my day for sure

[rangersross 6,577]

Back from university, beer bought, scarf on - ready for the scalp of the season. Haven't been this excited for a game in a long time and, whatever happens tonight, nor have I been so overwhelmingly aware of just how lucky I am to be a bear. It's always been true, but I'm becoming very conscious of the fact that there really isn't another club quite like the famous Glasgow Rangers. We really are simply the best.

[nachothelegend 1,932]

For us to get any sort of result tonight we need to come out Flying , I fear with the loss of our best Players we could struggle, as we are notoriously slow starters .

Need to attack them early ,and straight from the off. I am concerned though by our Defence.

[andy500 463]

Alexander

Argyriou - Emilson - Perry - Wallace

McKay - Black - McLeod - Aird

Shiels

McCulloch

Lets do this.

[Ger_onimo 20,488]

Not sure about that but i do know if you have sky or some freeview boxes u can get bbc Scotland etc in the high numbers like 900 n something. Hope that helps

Nah don't get it on digital. Cheers anyway, I'll find it somewhere!

[El Carpintero 546]

Must win game tonight. Games like tonight is where you're judged as a player and a manager of our famous club. Just hope both parties deliver tonight. Big expectations.

Agreed, tonight will tell us alot.

[elephants stoned 2,994]

If it's on BBC Scotland do they have it up on the website as well, for those of us down South?

Its on bbc radio Scotland MW not sure about streams though.

[super-ally loyal 17]

I really dunno what my predictions are for tonight just sat for 10 mins on betting site and ended up just leaving it!

Im quite nervous for this 1 could be great but could also be very very bad (hope not)

Time to crack a few cans i think, Mon the Teddy bears

[BillyFC 81]

Nah don't get it on digital. Cheers anyway, I'll find it somewhere!

If you find it online mate can you let me know, I'm in London and will need to rely on streaming it from somewhere. It will make a change from the usual stuff I stream when in a hotel if you get my drift!