Sports · 24 September 2026

Rangers face Europa Cup elimination after 2-0 first-leg loss to Hammarby

Rangers are close to being knocked out of the Europa Cup after a 2-0 first-leg defeat against Swedish side Hammarby. Hammarby scored in the first half and then again three minutes from time, leaving Leanne Crichton's team with a tough second leg. Scottish champions Hearts, however, secured a 0-0 draw in Spain against Real Sociedad.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 September 2026 at 6:37

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