Rangers' European Slump: Title Hopes Hinge on Coefficient Climb

Rangers are experiencing a difficult Europa League campaign, having secured only one point from six games and sitting 33rd out of 36 teams. With their elimination from the competition looking probable, attention is shifting towards securing a better European coefficient ranking.

This ranking is vital for direct entry into the Champions League next season, potentially avoiding difficult qualifying rounds similar to Celtic's earlier struggles. Rangers currently hold a strong position in the coefficient rankings, but Olympiacos is rapidly gaining ground.

To improve their standing, Rangers must secure at least four points from their remaining two Europa League matches. Olympiacos, if successful in their Champions League fixture, could overtake Rangers in the coefficient race, making their own domestic league performance crucial for final qualification.

The scenario hinges on the Champions League winners automatically qualifying through their domestic league. The club with the best coefficient among these champions would bypass the play-off round. Rangers are in a prime position to benefit, but Olympiacos's performance could alter this outcome.