Away goals put Rangers in driving seat

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Rangers took a massive step towards booking their place in the Champions League after defeating Anorthosis Famagusta 2-1 in Cyprus tonight.

Goals from Nacho Novo and Fernando Ricksen mean the Scottish champions have a great chance joining Europe’s elite clubs in the money-spinning group stages of the competition.

Anorthosis pulled a goal back through Nikolaus Frousos, but Rangers will be confident of winning the tie at Ibrox following such a crucial away victory.