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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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David Irvine

Rangers pre-season latest as Hoffenheim friendly in Germany confirmed

Rangers have confirmed plans to travel to Germany for a pre-season friendly against TSG Hoffenheim.

Michael Beale's side will take on the Bundesliga opposition at the PreZero Arena on Saturday, July 29.

Rangers will already have played Newcastle - in a testimonial match for Allan McGregor - and Hamburg at Ibrox before the Germany trip.

Ticket details and broadcasting information for the match are yet to be released.

The club also confirmed an open training day will be held on Tuesday, August 1.

Access to the open training session will be free to MyGers members with further details on how to secure tickets to be released in due course.

A statement on the club website confirmed: "Rangers are delighted to announce a pre-season friendly trip to Germany to face Bundesliga opposition TSG Hoffenheim on Saturday July 29.

"The Light Blues will make the trip to the PreZero Arena, kick-off at 3:30pm local time, in their final pre-season fixture before the Scottish Premiership campaign commences the following weekend.

"It’s sure to be a strong test for Michael Beale’s side ahead of the UEFA Champions League Third Qualifying Round in August, with Hoffenheim boasting a wealth of international players among their ranks.

"Ticketing and broadcast information for the match will be communicated in due course.

"The club are also delighted to confirm that the MyGers Open Training Session will return for a third straight year, taking place on Tuesday August 1 at Ibrox.

"The hugely popular event will allow the squad to continue their preparations for the league campaign, offering fans the opportunity to watch the first-team up close while enjoying entertainment for all ages throughout the day.

"Access to the MyGers Open Training Session is once again free to all MyGers Members!

"More details about how MyGers Members can reserve their complimentary ticket will be released shortly."

Rangers pre-season schedule

Tuesday July 18 – Allan McGregor Testimonial, Rangers v Newcastle United (Ibrox, 7:45pm)

Saturday July 22 – Rangers v Hamburger SV (Ibrox, 3pm)

Saturday July 29 – TSG Hoffenheim v Rangers (PreZero Arena, 3:30pm local time)

Tuesday August 1 – MyGers Open Training Session (Ibrox, TBC)

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