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Rangers predicted lineup vs Hibernian

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Rangers take on Hibernian at Ibrox on Sunday, looking to stretch their winning run to five matches.
Barring any new injury concerns, recent good form ensures it’s unlikely there will be many changes to the starting XI.

Rangers put together a perfect April with 12 points from four fixtures. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

However, with second place sewn up, the manager may be tempted to experiment a little. Particularly, in the latter stages of the game.
The big decision will come up front. Alfredo Morelos is back from suspension and in the past has walked straight back into the side. This time, though, the manager has admitted things are different [BBC Sport]. Now, he needs to follow through and make a statement.

Jermain Defoe has done a fine job in his stead and therefore, deserves to keep his spot. Morelos will almost certainly feature at some point, though.
El Bufalo is one away from 30 goals for the season. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

In midfield, things have been very solid recently. However, for this one, there’s a chance that Ross McCrorie could come in for Glen Kamara.
The 6ft 3′ holding midfielder has been starved of minutes recently and his manager may opt to give him a confidence boost with a full outing on home turf.
McCrorie has been used mainly from the bench in recent times. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Elsewhere, it’s tough to see any further changes.
From the bench, there could be an opportunity for Eros Grezda to prove his worth. Furthermore, Dapo Mebude trained with the senior squad this week and
could make his first-team bow.
After making his own debut a fortnight ago at Tynecastle, though, Matt Polster will also be pushing for a cameo.

Predicted lineup to face Hibernian (H) 05/05/2019:

GK – Allan McGregor 
RB – James Tavernier 
CB – Connor Goldson 
CB – Nikola Katic
LB – Jon Flanagan
CDM – Ross McCrorie 
CM – Steven Davis 
CM – Ryan Jack 
RAM – Scott Arfield 
LAM – Ryan Kent 
ST – Jermain Defoe