Brazil ace vows he'll go nuts at Ibrox

Jul 20 2008

SAMBA star Rafael Gaucho has targeted Rangers' Euro scalp and is already plotting a wacky celebration if he scores at Ibrox.

The Brazilian hit a double during Kaunas' 4-1 first-leg win over Santa Coloma in Andorra to all but ensure they will face Gers in the Champions League second round qualifier.

Gaucho hopes to net again in Glasgow and edge Kaunas closer to their greatest ever achievement of reaching the group stages.

The 26-year-old hitman said "The difference between ourselves and Santa Coloma was great but Rangers will be a different story.

"They have a superior European history although in football miracles can happen.

"I watched the UEFA Cup Final last season and Rangers were unlucky because Zenit St Petersburg are not easy.

"The chance to play in an exciting atmosphere at Ibrox is brilliant and if I score I will do a unique celebration. I don't know what yet, I'm thinking it over.

"Rangers are favourites but we can surprise everyone and reach the group stages which would be the biggest success in the history of Kaunas."

Team-mate Pascal Mendy reckons Kaunas' underdog status is an advantage.

He said: "The fact Rangers are strong favourites is good because most pressure will be on them. We need a great display in Scotland to have a chance in the return."