The first goal is complete and after a nerve-shredder against USG, Rangers have made it through to the last 16 the revamped Europa League - but big tests now lie ahead.

After a domestic season that has failed to hit any sort of heights at all, Philippe Clement knows that a good run in Europe could go a long way to securing his future long-term at Ibrox. With the Premiership title race effectively over, the Belgian can focus on a strong run in the Europa League - and he will be confident in his side's chances, especially given the way they have banished domestic blues when taking to the continent.

Big wins against Malmo, FCSB and Nice have shown that Rangers are more than capable of causing issues for any side in the tournament on the road, and in Hamza Igamane they now have one of the hottest properties in European club football. Last year any hopes of a repeat of their 2022 run to the final ended at the last 16 - but now the Gers have given themselves the best possible chance of progress after securing a coveted top eight finish to automatically make it to that round. Ibrox expects big things when the Europa League music blares out, and nothing but progress beyond the last 16 will be good enough.

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Who can Rangers face in the Europa League last 16 draw?

Rangers will take on either Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce, Anderlecht, Bodo/Glimt or an FC Twente side featuring Sam Lammers in the Europa League last 16.

When is the Europa League last 16 draw?

After bypassing the playoffs Gers fans now have a wait until Friday February 21 to discover who they will be playing at the last 16 stage, once the two playoff matches involving their potential opponents have taken place.

How can I watch the Europa League last 16 draw?

It will be broadcast live on UEFA.com whilst Sky Sports News will also offer live coverage.

How else can I follow the Europa League last 16 draw?

We'll have live coverage of the draw right here on dailyrecord.co.uk so you can ensure that you know right away who Rangers will be facing, and fans can start organising those flights and hotel rooms.

When are the Europa League last 16 ties?

The dates for your diary are Thursday March 6 and one week later on Thursday March 13.