Getting their Europa League qualifying adventure underway on Thursday evening, Rangers will travel to Poland when they meet Jagiellonia Białystok for their first-leg showdown.With Europe’s elite domestic leagues set to officially make their return over the next fortnight, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.Verdict: Under 3.5 goalsBest Odds: 2/5Bookmaker: BetUSJagiellonia BiałystokStarting with the hosts, signing off the 2025/26 campaign with a late flurry as they eventually dragged themselves to a bronze medal finish among Poland’s elite, Jagiellonia Białystok have simply carried on from where they left off prior to the summer interval. Getting the new season underway with consecutive domestic victories and with their sights set on mounting a real Ekstraklasa title charge, Adrian Siemieniec’s men should find the mood in their camp at a continued high. Knowing the importance of claiming a first-leg advantage when they open their Europa League qualifying adventure in midweek, Thursday’s hosts will be excited by their extended purple patch on home soil. In fact, continuing on from their summer preparations, Jagiellonia Białystok have won all of their last seven straight showdowns in front of their own supporters.Jagiellonia Białystok Team NewsBagging back-to-back Ekstraklasa strikes since completing a summer switch from Oxford United, Nik Prelec will spearhead Jagiellonia’s charge in the final third. Likewise, arriving from Norwegian outfit Bodo/Glimt last month, Anders Klynge should start in the middle of the park.Reportedly attracting plenty of interest from across the continent this summer, 22-year-old goalkeeper Sławomir Abramowicz will start between the sticks on Thursday evening.RangersAs for the visitors, also forced to settle for their own respective bronze medal finish among Scotland’s elite last season, Rangers have found themselves at the heart of a public backlash. Getting a new era underway over the summer following Derek McInnes’ arrival, the former Aberdeen boss will be more than aware that the pressure will quickly start to mount on his experienced shoulders. However, failing to pick up some dream momentum over the weekend as they opened up the 2026/27 campaign with a downbeat 1-1 stalemate away at Dundee United, Rangers are desperately searching for some essential stability. In fact, continuing on from last season, Thursday’s guests have mustered just a sole win from any of their previous six competitive appearances across all competitions.Rangers Team NewsFollowing McInnes to Ibrox this summer after completing a controversial permanent switch from Hearts, Scotland international Lawrence Shankland will lead Rangers out on Thursday evening.Fellow new recruit and former Hull City goalkeeper Ivor Pandur will start between the sticks in Poland. Completing a loan switch from Italian outfit Atalanta last month, ex-Everton star Ben Godfrey should keep his spot at the heart of Rangers’ defence here.Jagiellonia Białystok vs Rangers Key Factors to ConsiderThursday’s first-leg showdown in Poland will be the first meeting between Jagiellonia Białystok and Rangers.Continuing on from last season, Rangers have mustered just a sole win from their previous six competitive appearances.Extending on from their summer preparations, Jagiellonia have won all of their last seven straight showdowns in front of their own supporters.Jagiellonia have won their last four consecutive matchups on home soil by a 1-0 scoreline.Rangers have failed to muster a single clean sheet across any competition since back on March 15th.ConclusionFailing to pick up some much-welcomed momentum over the weekend as they opened the 2026/27 campaign with a downbeat display, Rangers should be bracing themselves for a potentially rugged challenge on foreign soil. Meeting a Jagiellonia squad who will be getting their own respective Europa League qualifying adventure underway on Thursday evening, don’t be surprised to see what could be a nervy first-leg battle here. It should also be noted, continuing on from their summer preparations, the Polish outfit have registered four consecutive clean sheets in front of their own supporters.Verdict: Under 3.5 goalsBest Odds: 2/5Bookmaker: BetUSThe post Prediction: Jagiellonia Białystok vs Rangers appeared first on SoccerNews.