RANGERS face a tough test as they visit Dortmund in the Europa League Round of 32.
But their hopes have been given a boost after Erling Haaland was omitted from the hosts’ squad.
AFPErling Haaland will not face Rangers in the Europa League first leg
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Why isn’t Erling Haaland playing for Dortmund?
Erling Haaland misses Borussia Dortmund’s game against Rangers with a muscle injury.
Dortmund boss Marco Rose confirmed in his pre-match press conference that the Norwegian would play no part.
He commented: “He’s not an option.
“Not much has changed, Gio Reyna will probably be back, Emre is still suspended from the last UCL game.”
Ahead of the match, Gers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst said he was prepared for every eventuality.
He commented: “Haaland is of course one of the top strikers in the world.
“We have prepared for the game with or without him. Everyone recognises his talent, but we have to be prepared for their whole team.
“We are playing against one of the top sides in Europe, you know at this stage in Europe you play against very good opposition.
“We can’t wait for the challenge and will go out and try to get to the next round.”
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When will Erling Haaland return?
Erling Haaland missed Dortmund’s two previous matches, but his injury is not thought to be serious.
That means he has a chance of facing Borussia Monchengladbach at the weekend or participating in the second leg at Ibrox next Thursday.
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