Midweek fixtures have become a source of dread for Rangers fans of late amid their bruising Champions League campaign. But tonight's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final against Dundee puts the Ibrox side as heavy favourites for a return to Hampden.
Giovanni van Bronckhorst has come under intense pressure in recent weeks but booking a semi-final slot would come as a timely morale booster for supporters and players.
But they will face a Dundee side heading for Glasgow with a huge upset in mind. Gary Bowyer's side are among the front-runners in yet another ultra-competitive race for promotion in the Championship and will see this as a free hit for a chance to play at the national stadium.
But they may also sense a touch of vulnerability about Rangers they can be taken advantage. Van Bronckhorst has promised to rotate his squad and he could hand minutes to Kemar Roofe as he bids to make a first appearance for the club since April.