Julian Baumgartlinger is braced for an Ibrox battle against a "typical Scottish team".
The Bayer Leverkusen star expects an intense physical challenge as the Germans prepare for their Europa League last 16 clash with Rangers .
Steven Gerrard 's side host the Bundesliga outfit on Thursday night, with the return leg set to be played behind closed doors as Germany bids to slow coronavirus spread.
A full house is expected in Govan this week, however, and Baumgartlinger has told his team-mates they must rise to the occasion.
He told Bayer TV: "It will be very physical, will take a lot of concentration and winning second balls.
"Surely we will meet a typical Scottish team. They'll have the characteristics we normally see when we face teams over on that island.
"We'll have to hold our own.
"If we maintain our defense, I think we'll be in a good way."
