With Rangers welcoming Viktoria Plzen to Ibrox for the first leg of their Champions League third qualifying round, the stakes could hardly be higher. This is not just a crucial test for the Scottish club’s European ambitions, but also a superb opportunity for punters to create a high-value Bet Builder based on realistic outcomes.
We’ve put together a three-part bet builder that covers match result, goal market, and goalscorer. Each selection is supported by compelling stats, current team dynamics, and tactical patterns.
Here’s our Bet Builder pick for Rangers vs FK Viktoria Plzen, which has been placed with Bet365:
WHY BETTING WITH BET365? | |
 | |
Open Account Offer – New Customers only. Bet £10 and get £30 in Free Bets when you join bet365. Sign up, deposit between £5 and £10 to your account and bet365 will give you five times that value in Free Bets when you place qualifying bets to the same value settle. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits. Min odds/bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. T&Cs , time limits & exclusions apply. Registration Required. #Ad. 18+ Only, gambleaware.org | |
🟦 Bet 1: Rangers to Win
Despite some inconsistency in domestic matches, Rangers have made Ibrox a difficult ground for visiting European sides. The Glasgow outfit advanced through the previous round with a convincing 2-0 home victory against Panathinaikos before drawing the second leg away. That pattern of strong home performances under the lights in Europe has been a feature of Rangers’ continental campaigns over the past few seasons.
Although they failed to secure all three points against Motherwell at the weekend, that result may work in their favour here. Manager Russell Martin openly criticised his players after that match, and a reaction is expected. Ibrox will be packed and hostile — not a welcoming environment for a visiting Plzen side missing their key playmaker Pavel Sulc and with Adrian Zeljkovic suspended.
Plzen will pose a threat, especially through Rafiu Durosinmi, but the Czech side’s away form in Europe has been patchy, and they’ve shown defensive vulnerabilities. Rangers have the experience, quality, and motivation to take a first-leg lead into the return fixture.
18+. Play Safe. From 00:01 on 18.10.2022. £30 bonus. New customers only. Minimum £10 stake on odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater on sportsbook (excluding Virtual markets). Further terms apply. #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org | New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10 at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 football, 1 x £10 horse racing & 2 x £10 Bet Builders. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org | Open Account Offer – New Customers only. Bet £10 and get £30 in Free Bets when you join bet365. Sign up, deposit between £5 and £10 to your account and bet365 will give you five times that value in Free Bets when you place qualifying bets to the same value settle. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits. Min odds/bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. T&Cs , time limits & exclusions apply. Registration Required. #Ad. 18+ Only, gambleaware.org | New customers only. Register, deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. | New cust only. Opt-in required. Deposit & place a bet within 7 days and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater to be credited with 3 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 football. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply. Acca Club: Available to new & existing customers. 3 or more selections. Min Odds: 3/10 (1.3) per leg. Max stake: £500. Max Winnings: £200,000 per boost. Profit Boost amounts vary. Horse Racing, Greyhounds & Trotting excluded. Exclusions apply. Full T&C’s apply. 18+ GambleAware.org. | New bettors; Code SPORT; Wager deposit & bonus 8x; Max qualifying bet stake=initial bonus; Valid 60 days; Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply; T&Cs Apply; 18+ | Please gamble responsibly #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org |
⚽ Bet 2: Over 2 Total Goals
This contest is unlikely to be a dull, cagey affair. Rangers’ European home games often bring goalmouth action, and recent scorelines reflect a trend towards higher-scoring encounters. In the second qualifying round, they beat Panathinaikos 2-0 at home, and the away leg ended 1-1. Prior to that, their pre-season and league outings have also involved both scoring and conceding.
Plzen, for their part, arrive with a confident attacking mindset. They hit five past Pardubice in their league opener and netted three across two legs against Servette. Even in matches they don’t dominate, they have the tools to grab at least one goal.
Given the attacking personnel on both sides and defensive uncertainties — Rangers are still adjusting to Martin’s system while Plzen are missing key midfield cover — there’s strong reason to expect at least three goals in total on the night. This could finish 2-1, 3-1, or even more if the match opens up.
Back Our Rangers vs FK Viktoria Plzen Ultimate Bet Builder Tip Here
Rangers vs FK Viktoria Plzen Ultimate Bet Builder Tip | |
11/2 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning Rangers are tough to beat at Ibrox and should respond to their weekend setback with a win. Given both teams’ recent form, goals look likely at both ends. Tavernier is always a scoring threat, especially from set pieces and penalties. This trio forms a strong value Bet Builder for Tuesday night. | |
🎯 Bet 3: James Tavernier to Score Anytime
When it comes to scoring defenders, few in Europe match James Tavernier’s output. The Rangers captain remains their most reliable source from the penalty spot, and his set-piece delivery also puts him in regular scoring situations. He opened the scoring against Motherwell at the weekend and has a track record of stepping up when the club needs inspiration.
Tavernier also thrives in European ties — his Champions League and Europa League goal records are well-documented. With the attacking responsibilities often falling on his shoulders in key moments, especially when the team are chasing momentum, he is more than capable of finding the net once again.
With Plzen missing a key holding midfielder and likely to concede territory in the final third, Tavernier’s influence in and around the box should be even more pronounced. Whether from open play, a dead ball, or the penalty spot, this is a calculated inclusion in the bet builder.
Enhance your betting game with our daily free betting tips, predictions, and accumulators.
For more betting tips and news, check out:
Don’t forget to visit our Free Bets page for the best possible value from our Today’s Football Predictions, as well as our Predictions for Tomorrow’s Football Predictions.
