Plzen vs Rangers predictions and betting tips – Can the Gers hold their lead?

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Plzen host Rangers in the Champions League Third Qualifying Round this evening with the Scottish side 3-0 up on aggregate.Plzen vs Rangers best betsMatch result draw – 3/1 on LadbrokesMatej Vydra 1+ shot on target in each half – 7/5 on Paddy PowerViktoria Plzen vs Rangers latest oddsFind the latest Plzen vs Rangers betting odds here, odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are subject to change.Plzen – 4/6Draw – 3/1Rangers – 14/5Get free bets on the football action!Plzen vs Rangers predictionsRangers go into this in a similar situation to their 2nd Qualifier against Panathinaikos where they went 2-0 up in the first leg and then went into the second with a bit of a focus on defending.They drew 1-1 in the end, despite sitting back a bit they did then control possession.However, Rangers have been somewhat lucky with the opposition not being clinical after having plenty of opportunities so they need to defend today.Plzen vs Rangers betting tipsRangers to hold off Plzen Rangers will likely hold off from going for the win here after winning 3-0 in the opening clash.They won’t want to risk getting caught out at any point with such a lead and just like against the Greek side, they can do the same against the Czech club.Bet on the match to finish in a Draw at 3/1 with LadbrokesVydra to cause problemsFormer Premier League attacker Matej Vydra is Plzen’s star striker who has had nine shots across the qualifiers already, five of them have gone on target too.Rangers conceded 16 shots against them in the first leg against Plzen so it wouldn’t be surprising to see them face a similar amount while they try to keep the ball, try to limit Plzen and go defensive to hold off the Czech side from getting back into the game.Vydra will be one player that causes the issues as he’s strong in the air and can always find himself in the right places in the box to get some chances for his side looking to make up a 3-0 deficit.Bet on Matej Vydra to have 1 or more Shots On Target in each half at 7/5 on Paddy Power Plzen vs Rangers predicted lineupsPlzen expected lineup: Wiegle; Dweh, Markovic, Jemelka; Memic, Zeljkovic, Cerv, Spacil; Panos; Durosinmi, Vydra.Ragners expected lineup: Butland; Tavernier, Djiga, Souttar, Jefte; Cameron, Rothwell, Raskin; Antman, Dessers, Gassama.Where to watch Plzen vs RangersLocation: Doosan Arena, Plzen, Czech Republic.Date & Time: Tuesday, 12th August 2025, 6pm.TV Channel: N/A.More Champions League predictionsFind more predictions and betting tips from our expert punters in our match previews on the Premier League, Championship, League One and more!Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.orgRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.Free Bet OffersSee all the best free bets and betting offers available in the UK over at our dedicated pageSee all free bets18+ gambleaware.org. T&Cs apply