Rangers are gearing up for a blockbuster Europa League tie against Tottenham Hotspur looking to give a better account of themselves than when Liverpool ventured north to G51.
Philippe Clement is keen for his squad to make a name for themselves with the manager unlikely to be cautious and protected Jack Butland between the sticks.
Two people looking forward to the clash, and who have played for either side are Ally McCoist and Peter Crouch, who are part of an elite punditry team on TNT Sports as Rangers target an upset against Spurs.
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Peter Crouch and Ally McCoist in Rangers v Spurs warm-up
Joining what would have been a fine strike pairing in their day is Glen Hoddle and Alan Hutton, the latter having played for both sides going toe to toe at Ibrox.
Whilst McCoist is a legend within the four stands of the famous old ground, it is Crouch’s first visit with the giant bagsman in for a special guided tour before the action gets underway.
Posting on X, TNT Sport shared the popular punditry pair enjoying a wander round the pitch:
“I’m here at Ibrox for Rangers vs Tottenham and I’ve never been to Ibrox before in my life, but what better man to show me around than Mr Ally McCoist?”, opened Crouch.
“Can you believe I’ve never been here before?”
“That’s unbelievable, mate, I cannot believe that, do you know something, I love being here, the place is brilliant,” replied a surprised McCoist.
“What’s the atmosphere like in here,” asked Crouch.
“Oh, it’s fantastic,” confirmed McCoist.
Ange Postecoglou could be in for a tough night at Ibrox
One person who might not be in for a fantastic atmosphere if things go the home side’s way is Ange Postecoglou, who is fully aware of the reception he will get:
“I think you know what kind of reception I’ll get. I love it,” the Spurs boss replied when asked if he could be in for a tough night.
“I don’t know if it brings out more of me. I’m like anyone else.
“I like a bit of love every now and then, but I do enjoy that.
“I always kind of reflect, and we’ve all lived it, once you experience football in empty stadiums, you realise how meaningless it is.
“I felt through that whole period. It was meaningless.
“As much as you go, ‘it could be hostile tomorrow’, but that’s what we love about the game.
“That’s what brings it to life, ultimately. It’s a game that evokes passions and emotions.
“Sometimes that’s not always positive.
“Like every human being, you’d love it to be positive, but it’s not going to happen.
“But you definitely want that, as opposed to just playing a game somewhere sterile where you don’t have that.
“It’s part of the experience.”
