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Derek McInnes discusses squad ahead of Europa League clash with Jagiellonia

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Derek McInnes discusses squad ahead of Europa League clash with Jagiellonia

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Rangers manager Derek McInnes addressed the media about the upcoming Europa League third qualifying round tie against Jagiellonia Bialystok, set for Thursday. New signings Daisuke Yokota and Olwethu Makhanya are included in the squad, although there are decisions to be made regarding their match fitness. McInnes confirmed that Ben Godfrey will miss the match due to injury, expected to be sidelined for three to four weeks. He also acknowledged the strength of Jagiellonia, who narrowly missed securing a Champions League spot last season. Nicolas Raskin is available after representing Belgium in the World Cup.

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•Rangers face Jagiellonia Bialystok on Thursday in Europa League qualifiers.
•Daisuke Yokota is available for selection in the squad.
•Olwethu Makhanya has resolved visa issues and traveled to Poland.
•Ben Godfrey to miss the match with injury, out for three to four weeks.
•Nicolas Raskin is back after World Cup duty with Belgium.

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6:22 PMYahoo Sports — McInnes on Yokota, Godfrey injury & Jagiellonia Bialystok

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Rangers manager Derek McInnes has been talking to the media before the first leg of his side's Europa League third qualifying round tie against Poland's Jagiellonia Bialystok on Thursday. McInnes believes new signing Daisuke Yokota offers them something they didn't previously have and the Japanese winger is available for the game in Poland. Fellow new signing Olwethu Makhanya has also travelled having overcome visa issues.
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Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 6:22 PM
McInnes on Yokota, Godfrey injury & Jagiellonia Bialystok
Rangers manager Derek McInnes has been talking to the media before the first leg of his side's Europa League third qualifying round tie against Poland's Jagiellonia Bialystok on Thursday. McInnes believes new signing Daisuke Yokota offers them something they didn't previously have and the Japanese winger is available for the game in Poland. Fellow new signing Olwethu Makhanya has also travelled having overcome visa issues.

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