Falkirk manager John McGlynn admits his side must approach their clash with Rangers with respect — but also with belief that they can claim all three points when the sides meet in the Scottish Premiership this weekend.
The Bairns boss knows the size of the challenge awaiting his players at Ibrox, but with Rangers struggling for form and confidence under pressure, McGlynn believes it’s an opportunity Falkirk must be ready to seize.
“We’re under no illusions about the quality Rangers have in their squad,” McGlynn said ahead of the game. “They’ve had a difficult spell, but that doesn’t change the fact that they’re still a top team. However, we can’t go there just to make up the numbers — we have to go there with the mindset that we can win.”
Rangers’ recent woes have been well documented, with manager Russell Martin under increasing scrutiny following a string of disappointing results that have left the Glasgow giants adrift in the title race.
McGlynn, however, warned his side that an angry Rangers could be even more dangerous.
“When big clubs go through tough times, they often react,” he continued. “We need to be wary of that and make sure we’re at our absolute best. But we’ve shown we can compete with anyone when we play our game, and that’s the attitude we’ll take into this one.”
Falkirk have made a bright start to the campaign, sitting comfortably in mid-table and earning plaudits for their attacking style. McGlynn hopes his players can replicate that fearless approach on one of Scottish football’s biggest stages.
“It’s a massive occasion for our fans and our players,” he added. “We respect Rangers, but we don’t fear them. We’ll prepare properly, play our football, and see where it takes us. If we can be brave and take our chances, there’s no reason we can’t come away with something.”
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