Rangers played to a 0-0 draw against West Ham United in their final pre-season friendly. The match, held at Ibrox Stadium, saw both teams unable to break the deadlock. The encounter served as a preparation for Rangers ahead of their upcoming Premiership fixture.
The first half was characterised by a lack of significant attacking opportunities. Rangers’ Thelo Aasgaard was forced to leave the field due to a shoulder problem. Despite the introduction of several new signings, neither side managed to find the back of the net.
Match Details and Key Moments
The match took place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with a kick-off at 16:00. New Rangers signings Ivor Pandur, Ben Godfrey, and Cammy Devlin were in the starting lineup. West Ham United also featured key players such as Jarrod Bowen, James Ward-Prowse, Pablo, and Valentín Castellanos.
Early in the second half, Aasgaard, who had been active, was injured following a foul by Keiber Lamadrid, leading to his substitution. Lawrence Shankland had a late opportunity to score for Rangers but could not convert Tuur Rommens’ cross. At the other end, Jarrod Bowen had a half-volley saved. Ben Godfrey was named Man of the Match.
Supporter Information and Stadium Logistics
For supporters attending the match, season ticket smartcards were not active, with entry managed via e-tickets or QR codes. Turnstiles opened at 14:30. Due to an increased ticket allocation for visiting supporters, entry to the Broomloan Stand experienced longer queues. Supporters in the Copland Rear, Main Stand Rear, and Govan East Corner were advised to arrive early.
Parking capacity at the stadium was reduced, meaning general supporter parking was not available for purchase on matchday. Supporters parking within the stadium footprint were required to enter via the Broomloan Road entrance and park no later than 95 minutes before kick-off. The Glasgow City Council enforces a pavement parking ban in the area.
The Rangers Fan Zone at Edmiston House opened at 12:00, offering live entertainment, a bar, and food stalls. Entry was free with a valid match ticket on a first-come, first-served basis. The venue also houses the Rangers Store and Edmiston House Café, which opened at 10:30.
The Rangers Charity Foundation conducted a bucket collection for Honeypot children’s charity during the fixture. Ibrox Stadium operates as a cashless venue, accepting only card payments at kiosks for food and drinks. Designated half-time smoking zones were available in most areas of the stadium, excluding the Main Stand and Club Deck.
Player Insights and Team Preparations
Rangers manager Derek McInnes will now prepare his team for the Premiership opener against Dundee United. Cammy Devlin, a new signing, reflected on his stressful departure from Hearts, which he stated impacted his World Cup experience. He mentioned that going into a major tournament out of contract was challenging.
Devlin expressed his close relationship with McInnes, who he previously worked with at Hearts. He described joining Rangers as an opportunity he felt was too good to pass up, highlighting the club’s significance. The match against West Ham United concluded Rangers’ pre-season schedule on Sunday, 26 July 2026.
Source: rangers.co.uk
Dominic Hayes is the Sports News Writer at NewsGB, covering rugby union, golf and boxing with five years of reporting experience. He started on a north-east sports desk. He holds a degree in Journalism from Teesside University and completed an NCTJ diploma. Based in Middlesbrough, he follows pro golf and amateur boxing. “Fast and accurate is the only standard worth keeping.”
