Jagiellonia Białystok striker Nik Prelec has described Rangers as predictable ahead of their Europa League second-leg encounter on Thursday in Glasgow. The Polish side holds a 2-1 advantage from the first leg, which was played in Poland.

Prelec, a Slovenian forward and former Oxford United player, said both teams anticipated a physical style of play typical of British football. "We knew what to expect from Rangers," he said, adding that Jagiellonia was prepared for a tough match but still faces a challenging task in the return fixture.

The striker reflected on the first leg, noting the difficulty of conceding an early own goal. Despite the setback, Jagiellonia quickly regained composure and shifted the momentum in their favor. Prelec praised the local crowd’s support and described the stadium atmosphere as a significant boost, likening it to playing with an extra man on the pitch.

Following halftime, he noted the contest had become more balanced, with Jagiellonia focusing more on defense but still managing to create more scoring opportunities. He acknowledged Rangers’ late attempt that struck the post but remained optimistic about his side’s 2-1 win.

Looking ahead, Prelec emphasized the importance of recovery and preparation to maintain the demanding pace of European competitions. “The most important thing now is to recover quickly, eat well, get enough sleep and be ready for the next match,” he stated. The outcome in Glasgow will determine which team advances in the Europa League.