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Derek McInnes reveals how Rangers ace ‘convinced’ him for Hampden start

McInnes has explained his Rangers selection shake-up for the Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Aberdeen.

By Martin McMillan · Glasgow Times

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:04 PM

Key Things to Know

Derek McInnes started Tuur Rommens against Aberdeen after the defender convinced him with strong training performances.
Rommens' inclusion at left-back allowed James Penrice to shift forward into a midfield role for balance.
Badredine Bouanani was named in the starting lineup to showcase his skills despite lacking full match fitness.

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Rangers manager Derek McInnes explained his squad changes ahead of the Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Aberdeen at Hampden. Left-back Tuur Rommens returned to the starting lineup after impressing in training, which prompted McInnes to shift James Penrice into a central midfield position.

McInnes stated that moving Penrice into midfield provides better tactical balance for the squad across a three-game week. Additionally, winger Badredine Bouanani was handed a start to showcase his ability despite working his way back to full fitness.

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