Rangers star Ryan Kent has previewed Thursday night’s Europa League tie against Feyenoord, as quoted by Rangers.co.uk.
The 23-year-old was showered with praise by Bears following Sunday’s win over Hamilton, during which he finally netted for the first time since signing on a permanent basis.
His contributions would prove to be match-winning on the day, with his stunning first effort restoring the Gers’ advantage, before he made the points safe with a tidy finish in injury time.
Now, he’s looking ahead to a mouthwatering European clash away to Feyenoord in just a few days time.
“We are massively excited for this week, away from the league this was our big target, to get through the group stages on the back of last season’s disappointment,” said Kent, as quoted by Rangers.co.uk.
“I think if we go there with a lot of resilience, belief and confidence then hopefully we can come away with a big result to put us through.”
Verdict
On paper, the prospect of travelling to De Kuip is a daunting one.
Yet, Feyenoord slipped up at the weekend, while their home form has been patchy to date in this campaign.
Steven Gerrard has a new opposite number in the shape of the former Gers boss Dick Advocaat, but having already deservedly beaten this opposition at a raucous Ibrox back in September, there’s every reason for the players to go into this one with the traits Kent mentioned.
With his pace and ability to produce the spectacular, Kent will be a key man for the Gers.
He’s a player who thrives on the big occasion and this fixture certainly falls into that category.
