Rangers to Play Home Matches at Hampden Park

Rangers Football Club may be forced to play home games away from Ibrox for a longer period than anticipated, as chairman John Bennett revealed that the planned return in September is merely an aspiration. The delay in construction of the Copland Stand, caused by a late shipment of materials, could result in the scheduled match against Hibernian on September 28 being relocated. The club has already arranged to host their August fixtures at Hampden Park, and further extensions may be necessary. Bennett expressed his frustration over the uncertainty surrounding the timeline for returning to Ibrox, stating, “When I think about timelines, it’s an aspiration at this stage.” He emphasized the club's desire to return home but acknowledged the possibility of further delays. The construction project includes a new cantilever at the Copland Rear, which will add nearly 1,000 seats and improve accessibility for disabled fans, as well as create an expanded singing section. While off-field developments are progressing slowly, Rangers have been active in the transfer market, making significant changes to their squad. Eight new players have joined the team, while nine have departed, including defender Connor Goldson, who has signed with Aris Limassol after six years with the club. Rangers are set to kick off their Scottish Premiership campaign against Hearts on August 3, with their UEFA Champions League qualifier match scheduled shortly thereafter.