Rangers exit Conference League after penalty shootout loss to Jablonec
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Rangers were eliminated from European competition after a penalty shootout loss to FK Jablonec in the UEFA Conference League Qualifying play-offs. The match, held in the Czech Republic, saw Vakhtang Tchanturishvili score an equalizer for Jablonec late in the second half, taking the aggregate score to 1-1. Following a goalless extra time, Rangers' Findlay Curtis and James Penrice missed their penalties, while Jablonec converted four of five attempts. This marks the first time since 2017 that Rangers will not participate in European football. Head coach Derek McInnes faces mounting pressure as the team struggles to perform during a significant rebuilding phase.
- •Rangers lost 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 aggregate tie.
- •Jablonec equalized through Tchanturishvili in the 73rd minute.
- •Rangers now face no European competition this season.
- •This marks their first absence from Europe since 2017.
- •Derek McInnes' side struggles amid a major rebuild effort.
"Rangers crashed out of all European competition after a dismal display against Jablonec saw them fail to reach the Conference League.
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