What's happened
Scottish football clubs, including Rangers and Celtic, are set for challenging fixtures in the Europa League and Champions League. Rangers will face Tottenham and Manchester United, while Celtic takes on Aston Villa. Hearts, struggling in the league, aim to turn their season around against Dundee United.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to The Scotsman, Rangers will face a tough draw in the Europa League, with matches against Tottenham and Manchester United, which could be pivotal for their season. Matthew Elder notes that Rangers' fixtures are challenging, stating, "Rangers will hope to do likewise but will need to claim some unexpected results."
In contrast, The Guardian highlights the excitement surrounding these matchups, emphasizing the historical context of Scottish clubs facing English teams. Nick Ames mentions, "United will also host PAOK, Bodo/Glimt and FC Twente as they try to improve on their last Europa League showing."
The Scotsman also reports on Hearts' struggles, with Stephen Kingsley stating, "We need to improve and we need to do it now," indicating the urgency for the team to turn their season around.
How we got here
Scottish clubs have historically faced English teams in European competitions, with mixed results. Recent draws have reignited interest, particularly for Rangers and Celtic, who are looking to improve their standings in their respective tournaments.
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