European playoffs: Rangers scrape first-leg win as Brighton draw in Norway
The European playoff first legs delivered contrasting results for British clubs. Rangers secured a hard-fought, narrow first-leg win, giving them a slim advantage heading into the return fixture. Meanwhile, Brighton travelled to Norway and came away with a draw, leaving their tie finely poised ahead of the second leg. Both results leave the qualifications for the group stage of the relevant European competition wide open heading into the decisive second legs.
Read the full story at theguardian.comFirst-leg playoff results rarely settle qualification ties, and both outcomes here reflect that reality. Rangers' narrow win at home gives them something to defend but no margin for error, while Brighton's draw in Norway means they will likely need to win at the Amex to progress. For Brighton, the away goal — or lack of one — could prove decisive, and the trip to an unfamiliar Nordic venue tests squad depth early in the season. Rangers, meanwhile, will take confidence from grinding out a result but face the pressure of protecting a one-goal lead away from Ibrox.
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