Rangers without Naderi as other players in doubt ahead of title run-in

Rangers manager Danny Röhl confirmed on Friday that midfielder Ryan Naderi has suffered a serious injury that could end his season, while also revealing several other key players are injury doubts ahead of the team's crucial Scottish Premiership match away to Falkirk on Sunday, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. The timing of these fitness concerns is particularly problematic as Rangers enter the decisive final phase of the league campaign, where every point is vital in the title race. The specific nature of Naderi's injury was not disclosed, but Röhl's description of it as "serious" suggests a significant layoff. The loss of the influential midfielder is a major blow to Rangers' squad depth and tactical options. Furthermore, the manager indicated that he faces additional selection headaches, with other unnamed first-team players also racing against time to be fit for the weekend fixture. This creates considerable uncertainty around team selection and could force Röhl to alter his preferred formation or strategy. This news comes at a critical juncture in the Scottish Premiership season, often referred to as the "title run-in." With the league reaching its climax, squad availability and managing player fitness become paramount. Injuries to key personnel can dramatically shift the momentum of a championship challenge. Rangers' trip to Falkirk represents a challenging away fixture, and entering it with a depleted squad increases the degree of difficulty. The club's medical staff will be working intensively over the next 48 hours to assess the other doubtful players, as Röhl hopes to field the strongest possible side to maintain pressure at the top of the table.