A goalless match at Easter Road between Hibernian and Rangers has pushed Rangers down to third place, just behind Celtic. While Celtic leads by goal difference, Hearts remain on top with a solid six-point lead after beating Dundee United convincingly. Rangers need to pick up all three points in their upcoming match against Kilmarnock, who are struggling with only 17 points from 24 games.
Rangers have won both previous encounters against Kilmarnock this season under manager Danny Rohl. The club has supported him in the winter transfer window, raising questions on whether he will change tactics by using the new players.
Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face Kilmarnock
Defence
Jack Butland is performing well in goal, having secured a clean sheet against Hibernian, despite facing strong scoring chances. He has not conceded a league goal since the Old Firm match and should continue that form, as Kilmarnock struggles to find the net.
Manager Rohl surprisingly started Dujon Sterling on the right instead of captain James Tavernier and Max Aarons. Sterling’s playing time needs to be managed due to injury concerns, and Tavernier should return to the lineup after being a substitute last weekend. John Souttar and Manny Fernandez will form the central defense, while Jayden Meghoma will remain at left-back until Tuur Rommens recovers. Nasser Djiga will be on the bench as backup in defense, with Derek Cornelius still nursing an injury and Clinton Nsiala on loan at Westerlo.