Barry Ferguson played Rangers bingo but his numbers came up and Celtic must take note - Hotline

Rangers head to Bilbao next week looking to cement a Europa League semi final spot after Thursday’s heroic 10-man effort against Athletic Club.

And judging by Bears on the Hotline, fans might be thinking about booking up hotels in the Basque city for the final at the end of May too.

The Ibrox club’s see-saw season got another huge Euro lift with a braveheart first leg performance topped off by Liam Kelly’s penalty save to keep Bilbao at bay.

And Robert Livingstone, Palm Beach, said: “A magnificent gutsy display from Rangers, battling with 10 men all against the odds, with an outstanding performance by Liam Kelly. Also Tavernier had one of his best games. This tie is still alive for courageous Rangers. Bilbao had 70 per cent of the ball but couldn't take their opportunities and they may pay for that as Rangers must fancy their chances in Spain.”

Linda Gray emailed: “Since the draw pitted Rangers against Athletic Bilbao I’ve said to anyone who would listen we need to watch out for Nico Williams as he will have a field day with us - and his brother’s not too bad either. But I am glad to say Rangers proved me wrong and made them look ordinary. Rangers kept them out the game and put in the bravest performance I’ve seen in a long time. Pity they only do it on a Thursday.”

Gordon Ferguson, Kilwinning, said: “Barry Ferguson played Euro Bingo on Thursday night and got a full house thanks to number one Kelly’s Eye. He was brave to swap Butland but ultimately it worked. This enigma of a Rangers team got a deserved draw and a chance to still progress.”

And Stevie Jackson, Barrhead, claimed: “Well done Barry for getting that performance out of the team. I swear a couple of times I glanced over at the dugout and a spectral