Rangers vs Queen’s Park Predictions

Rangers vs Queen’s Park Predictions predictions for this FA Cup clash. Rangers host Queen’s Park at Ibrox in the Scottish FA Cup fifth round on Sunday, aiming to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2022. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Scottish Cup | Feb 9, 2025 at 3:30pm UK at Ibrox Stadium

Rangers vs Queen’s Park Predictions

Can Rangers Make Light Work of Queen’s Park at Ibrox?

• Rangers’ Home Fortress
  • Philippe Clement’s side have not lost a domestic match at Ibrox this season, making them an imposing force on home soil.
• Goals Galore at Ibrox
  • Rangers have scored at least three goals in five of their last six home matches, including games against stronger opposition than Queen’s Park.
• Queen’s Park’s Defensive Woes
  • The visitors have won just three of their last nine matches across all competitions, struggling to keep clean sheets in the process.

Best Bet for Rangers vs Queen’s Park

Rangers continue their pursuit of silverware as they welcome Queen’s Park to Ibrox for the fifth round of the Scottish FA Cup. With their sights set on reclaiming the trophy they last won in 2022, Philippe Clement’s men will be eager to assert their dominance against a side that competes a division below them. The hosts made light work of Fraserburgh in the previous round, brushing them aside with a commanding 5-0 victory, while Queen’s Park had to dig deep, needing extra time to edge past Montrose in a dramatic 3-2 triumph.

The contrast between the two sides is stark. Rangers, despite their early-season struggles, have found their rhythm under Clement, going unbeaten in ten of their last eleven matches across all competitions. They currently sit second in the Scottish Premiership, but with a daunting 13-point gap separating them from Celtic, the cup represents a prime opportunity to end the season with silverware. Meanwhile, Queen’s Park have been enduring a rough patch, slipping outside the Championship playoff places and struggling for form. With just three wins in their last nine outings, they will need an inspired performance to stand any chance of troubling their illustrious hosts.

At Ibrox, where Rangers have yet to taste domestic defeat this season, Queen’s Park face a mountainous task. The Spiders have enjoyed a remarkable journey through the lower leagues in recent years, but this fixture represents a level of opposition they rarely encounter. Can they pull off a famous upset, or will Rangers turn this into a one-sided contest?

Best Bet for Rangers vs Queen’s Park

At BettingTips4You, we believe in providing one standout prediction per match rather than overwhelming you with multiple selections. We focus on delivering well-researched, high-quality betting advice that allows you to make a confident and informed decision.

For this game, our best bet is Rangers to win and Over 3.5 Goals.

Why Rangers to Win and Over 3.5 Goals is the Best Bet

Rangers have been in free-scoring form at Ibrox, regularly dismantling opponents with their attacking firepower. In five of their last six home matches, they have netted at least three goals, showcasing their ability to break down defensive setups with ease. Against a Queen’s Park side that has been struggling defensively, it would be no surprise to see the Gers rack up another dominant scoreline.

Queen’s Park have shown vulnerabilities at the back, and recent performances suggest they could be in for a tough afternoon. They conceded twice against League One Montrose in the last round and have been leaking goals in the Championship, a sign that they may struggle to contain a side of Rangers’ quality. While Callum Davidson’s men have shown resilience at times, stepping up to face a team of Rangers’ calibre on their own turf is a different challenge altogether.

The form book also paints a worrying picture for the visitors. With just one win in their last five games across all competitions, their confidence is fragile. Meanwhile, Rangers have been flying, bouncing back from their Scottish League Cup heartbreak with a string of impressive displays, including a commanding 4-0 win over Ross County in their last outing. That momentum, coupled with home advantage, makes this a daunting prospect for Queen’s Park.

As BettingTips4You.com expert Herrin Kendrick puts it:

“Rangers have been relentless at Ibrox, and this is the perfect fixture for them to keep that momentum going. They’ve been scoring for fun, and against a struggling Queen’s Park side, expect another goal-fest. Backing Rangers to win with over 3.5 goals looks like a smart bet.”

Looking at a potential scoreline, a 4-0 victory for Rangers seems likely. Their dominance at home, coupled with Queen’s Park’s defensive struggles, suggests they should have little trouble finding the net multiple times while keeping things tight at the back.

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