Explore Coral’s detailed preview for game week 2 Rangers vs Dundee in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and line-ups for the 17:45 BST match at Ibrox Stadium.
Match Details
Fixture: Rangers vs Dundee
Date: Saturday, 09 August 2025
Kick-off: 17:45 BST
Venue: Ibrox Stadium
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Our predictions for Rangers vs Dundee
Rangers opened their 2025/26 campaign with a 1-1 draw at Motherwell, dominating with 62% possession and 15 shots (5 on target) but conceding a late equaliser. Their League Cup form, including a 3-1 win over Ayr United, underlines their attacking strength at Ibrox, where they’ve won 11 straight league games against Dundee.
Dundee’s 1-2 loss to Hibernian, with Finlay Robertson’s goal but only 33% possession and 2 shots, exposed defensive frailties. Rangers’ home dominance and attacking prowess, led by James Tavernier and Danilo, should overpower Dundee’s injury-hit defence, though Simon Murray’s counter-attacking threat could keep it competitive.
Rangers’ 1-1 draw at Motherwell in Game Week 1 saw James Tavernier’s 14th-minute header cancelled out by a late equaliser, despite 62% possession and 15 shots (5 on target). With an 11-match league winning streak against Dundee at home, Rangers will aim to leverage their attacking depth and home advantage to secure three points.
Recent Results:
(D) 1-1 vs Motherwell (02 Aug 2025, Premiership)
Dundee
Dundee’s 2025/26 season began with a 1-2 home loss to Hibernian, with Finlay Robertson’s goal (assisted by Ashley Hay) not enough to counter Kieron Bowie’s first-half brace. With 33% possession and only 2 shots (1 on target), they struggled to create chances. Their League Cup form was mixed, with wins over Arbroath (2-0) and Bonnyrigg Rose (3-1) but losses to Airdrieonians (0-1) and Alloa Athletic (0-1). Facing Rangers at Ibrox will test their injury-hit defence, with counter-attacks offering their best chance.
Recent Results:
(L) 1-2 vs Hibernian (03 Aug 2025, Premiership)
(W) 2-0 vs Arbroath (July 2025, League Cup)
(W) 3-1 vs Bonnyrigg Rose (July 2025, League Cup)
Head-to-Head Record
Dundee 3-4 Rangers (29 Mar 2025, Premiership)
Dundee 1-1 Rangers (09 Jan 2025, Premiership)
Rangers 1-0 Dundee (21 Dec 2024, Premiership)
Rangers 5-2 Dundee (14 May 2024, Premiership)
Dundee 0-0 Rangers (17 Apr 2024, Premiership)
Rangers have won three of the last five meetings, with one draw and one Dundee win, showcasing their dominance at Ibrox. Historically, Rangers lead 42-7 in 61 meetings (134-44 goal difference). Dundee’s ability to score in two of these games suggests a counter-attacking threat.
Team News & Injury Report
Rangers
Out: None reported.
Available: James Tavernier (yellow card, Game Week 1), Leon Cameron (yellow card), Kieran Dowell (yellow card), Max Aarons (yellow card).
Dundee
Doubtful: Joe Shaughnessy (knee), Scott Fraser, Antonio Portales, Ziyad Larkeche (hamstring), Jordan McGhee, Billy Koumetio.
Available: Finlay Robertson (yellow card, Game Week 1), Clark Robertson (yellow card), Ethan Ingram (yellow card).
Rangers’ 4-3-3, used against Motherwell, emphasises midfield control with Diomandé and Raskin, while Tavernier’s overlapping runs and Danilo’s finishing aim to exploit Dundee’s weakened defence.
Dundee (5-3-2)
Lineup: Carson; Ingram, C. Robertson, Astley, Tiffoney, Garza; F. Robertson, Sylla, Hay; Murray, Donnelly
Dundee’s 5-3-2 focuses on defensive solidity with C. Robertson and Astley, while Sylla anchors midfield. Murray and Donnelly will lead counter-attacks, targeting Rangers’ defensive lapses.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
James Tavernier (Rangers) vs Ethan Ingram (Dundee): Tavernier’s attacking runs from right-back will test Ingram’s defensive positioning.
Nicolas Raskin (Rangers) vs Mo Sylla (Dundee): Raskin’s midfield control will face Sylla’s tenacity, dictating the game’s tempo.
Nicolas Raskin (Rangers): His ability to orchestrate play was evident vs Motherwell and will be key at Ibrox.
Simon Murray (Dundee): His scoring form in the League Cup makes him Dundee’s main threat.
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