Rangers vs Ludogorets Prediction & Betting Tips - Europa League
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by Ita Emmanuel | in Europa League Predictions
This league-phase Matchday 7 clash in the 2025–26 Europa League will see Scottish giants Rangers welcome their Bulgarian counterparts Ludogorets to Ibrox Stadium on Thursday. The Teddy Bears are 33rd in the standings with just one point, while Ludogorets are 23rd on seven points. Let's get into more detail and our prediction for the match.
Rangers have had a disappointing 2025–26 Europa League campaign. With two matches left, Danny Röhl’s side are still in search of their first win in the competition, sit six points outside the playoff places, and are virtually out of contention for a spot in the knockouts. This is a far cry from the side that finished in the top eight last season and even progressed to the quarterfinals.
Ludogorets are relatively better off than the Scottish side in the competition after racking up seven points from two wins, a draw, and three losses. However, the Bulgarians' hopes of a finish in the top 24 hangs in the balance, as they occupy the final two playoff spots, holding just a one-point cushion from the elimination zone. Can they boost their chances with an unlikely victory against the struggling Rangers? Stay tuned as we analyse further.
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Rangers v Ludogorets Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.95 | 3.9 | 3.85 |
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1.88 | 3.84 | 3.84 |
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1.74 | 3.82 | 4.62 |
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1.85 | 3.8 | 3.8 |
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1.87 | 3.75 | 3.95 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Rangers and Ludogorets?
Our prediction for the Rangers vs Ludogorets match is: Rangers wins.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 22/01/2026 between Rangers and Ludogorets in Europa League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 47.55% for a win of Rangers against Ludogorets with odds of 2.15 at Shangrila.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Rangers vs Ludogorets is 20.74% with odds of 3.9 at Stake.
- Our prediction model gives a 31.71% chance ⭐ for a win of Ludogorets vs Rangers with odds of 4.62 at Betwinner.
Rangers - Ludogorets Prediction and Best Odds:
| Rangers Ludogorets Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Rangers wins | 47.55% | 2.15 at Shangrila |
| Over 2.5 goals | 50.15% | 1.98 at Bet365 |
| Both Team To Score: No | 66.67% | |
| Half-time / Full-time : Rangers/Rangers | 18.68% | 3.1 at LSbet |
Rangers vs Ludogorets Form
Rangers and Ludogorets's standings in the Europa League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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22
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10 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -3 |
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32
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4 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | -9 |
Rangers and Ludogorets Last Matches
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
16 Jan 2026 - Scottish Cup
11 Jan 2026 - Scottish Premiership
6 Jan 2026 - Scottish Premiership
3 Jan 2026 - Scottish Premiership
30 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
27 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
16 Jan 2026 - Scottish Cup
6 Jan 2026 - Scottish Premiership
30 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
27 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
15 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
30 Nov 2025 - Scottish Premiership
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
11 Jan 2026 - Scottish Premiership
3 Jan 2026 - Scottish Premiership
21 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
6 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
3 Dec 2025 - Scottish Premiership
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
14 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
11 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
19 Dec 2025 - A PFG
15 Dec 2025 - Bulgarian Cup
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
8 Dec 2025 - A PFG
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
14 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
11 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
8 Dec 2025 - A PFG
30 Nov 2025 - A PFG
27 Nov 2025 - Europa League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
19 Dec 2025 - A PFG
15 Dec 2025 - Bulgarian Cup
4 Dec 2025 - A PFG
23 Nov 2025 - A PFG
6 Nov 2025 - Europa League
2 Nov 2025 - A PFG
Rangers - Ludogorets: Form Analysis
Rangers come into this fixture on the back of a 5–0 demolition of third-division side Annan Athletic in the Scottish Cup round of 32 over the weekend. While the gap in quality between the two teams takes some gloss off that result, the 2021–22 Europa League finalists are carrying an impressive five-match winning streak in the Scottish Premiership into Thursday's clash.
They lost 2–1 to Ferencvaros in Budapest in their last UEL outing, extending their winless run in the competition. However, their most recent home fixture in the European second tier ended in a 1–1 draw against Braga and they have since remained unbeaten at Ibrox, winning five of their last six matches at the venue.
Ludogorets have conceded 2.3 goals per match across their six Europa League league-phase matches this season
Ludogorets’ last competitive match ended in a 4–0 demolition of Beroe in the Bulgarian elite division in December 2025. They played out a 3–3 draw against PAOK in their last Europa League outing.
Interestingly, the Bulgarian champions kicked off their 2025–26 Europa League league-phase campaign with a shock 2–1 away win against Swedish side Malmo, but have suffered defeats in their subsequent two trips in the competition.
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Rangers against Ludogorets Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Substitutes
K. Wright
L. Kelly
DefenderJ. Tavernier
MidfielderJ. Gentles
C. Adamson
J. Rothwell
ForwardL. Stewart
B. Miovski
Danilo
O. Antman
F. Curtis
D. Hristov
S. Padt
DefenderS. Shishkov
I. Nachmias
J. Andersson
G. Penev
I. Chochev
F. Kaloc
ForwardS. Ivanov
M. Machado
B. Tekpetey
Rangers & Ludogorets Squad Analysis
Danny Röhl rotated his squad heavily in the cup win over Annan Athletic. Right-back James Tavernier is expected back and Ludogorets will have to keep an eye on the defender who is the team's leading scorer this season with eight goals.
James Tavernier holds the record for the most Europa League appearances for Rangers with 84 caps
Bojan Miovski netted a hat-trick against Annan Athletic, but is expected to make way for Röhl’s first-choice forward Youssef Chermiti, who has four goals plus two assists to his name this season. Thelo Aasgaard and Mikey Moore have a combined seven goals for the team this season and are expected to return to lead the midfield battle on Thursday.
Ludogorets are without playmaker Aguibou Camara who is down with a muscle injury. The absence of the Guinean sensation is likely to affect the team’s efficiency in the central areas and service to the forwards – a void likely to be exploited by Rangers’ star-studded midfield.
Meanwhile, Danny Röhl’s charges will have to keep an eye on Ivaylo Chochev who boasts a team-high 14 goals this season for Ludogorets across all competitions. Petar Stanic is another dangerous forward in the Eagles’ attack to watch out for, having averaged a goal per contest in his six Europa League appearances for the team in the League Phase this season.
Most goals and assists
Rangers
Ludogorets
D. Gassama
(2 Goals)
P. Stanic
(7 Goals)
N. Raskin
(1 Assists)
, 
T. Aasgaard
(1 Assists)
, 
F. Curtis
(1 Assists)
B. Tekpetey
(1 Assists)
, 
S. Ivanov
(1 Assists)
, 
O. Verdon
(1 Assists)
, 
D. Almeida
(1 Assists)
,
P. Stanic
(1 Assists)
, 
C. Vidal
(1 Assists)
,
P. Naressi
(1 Assists)
,
Erick Marcus
(1 Assists)
Rangers - Ludogorets Key Points
- Rangers have won their last six matches.
- Rangers are unbeaten in their last eight games at Ibrox.
- Ludogorets have conceded in all six of their Europa League matches.
- Ludogorets have lost their last two Europa League away matches.
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Our Rangers vs Ludogorets Prediction
Rangers stand no chance of making the Europa League knockout playoffs, but will play for pride on Thursday. Despite a poor run in the competition, their fortunes have steadily improved under Danny Röhl, who is targeting a statement performance against their Bulgarian visitors.
The Gers are on a remarkable six-match winning streak and remain unbeaten in their last eight games at Ibrox across all competitions. They stand a good chance against a Ludogorets side that have lost their last two Europa League away matches. Our Rangers vs Ludogorets prediction is Rangers wins.
Rangers vs Ludogorets Alternative Predictions
Over 2.5 goals
We expect a good count of goals in this match. The two teams have conceded in all six of their Europa League matches this season. Moreover, five of Ludogorets’ six matches in the competition have ended with over 2.5 goals.
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Rangers Ludogorets
| Rangers vs Ludogorets | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rangers wins | 1.7 | 2.15 | +26.5% |
| Draw | 3.65 | 3.9 | +6.8% |
| Ludogorets wins | 5.3 | 4.62 | -12.8% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Rangers is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have increased by 26.5% since opening
- The probability of this result was 58.8% and is now 46.5% (-12.3%)
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
