World media react as Rangers hit with Braga 'cyclone' but Gio van Bronckhorst's lack of dare raises eyebrows

It wasn't the result Rangers wanted but it's only half time in their pursuit to reach the semi finals of the Europa League.

Abel Ruiz's emphatic finish has Braga ahead after 90 minutes as he struck amid a strong spell for Carlos Carvalhal's side before the interval.

Rangers' participation at this stage of continental action has them on the radar of media across Europe and beyond as they dream of matching the heroes of 2008 by reaching the Final.

But Gio van Bronckhorst 's approach was met with mixed reviews by many following the match.

It is all still to play for with this tie delicately poised tie to be decided in front of 50,000 supporters at Ibrox.

Record Sport looks at what has been said about the crunch Europa League clash hosted at Portugal's most unique stadium.

Abola's live blog nailed their colours firmly to the mast and they see no season why the Portuguese side can't find the path to goal at Ibrox.

"The game in Scotland will be difficult. Braga are lucky that their top scorer (Morelos) will not play. But if they play with the confidence they played against Monaco, I think Braga will score twice. Go ahead Braga!"

Braga's stadium appears perfect to shelter from the storm but the leading Spanish publication noted Rangers were rocked by a blitz before the break.

And they credited Ruiz for finding the net after Horta had been denied by the post earlier in the half.

"Carlos Carvalhal's team began in a 'cyclone' plan. Ricardo Horta , ex-Málaga, shook McGregor's post in the 25th minute.

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