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Rangers 0 Villarreal 0: Gerrard's men hold firm after Candeias dismissal

Rangers can advance to the Europa League knockout rounds with a win in their final fixture after holding Villarreal to a goalless draw.

Rangers retain control over their Europa League destiny after surviving with 10 men in the second half to earn a 0-0 draw with Villarreal at Ibrox.

Daniel Candeias' second dismissal in four appearances swung the initiative towards the LaLiga side on half-time, but Steven Gerrard's men were largely comfortable in securing a precious point.

The result, aided by Allan McGregor's vintage performance, means Rangers will reach the knockout rounds if they win away to second-placed Rapid Vienna on the final matchday on December 13.