Nuno Espírito Santo’s West Ham United will travel to Ibrox to face Rangers in a pre-season friendly on Sunday 26 July.
The Hammers have confirmed the fixture as part of their summer schedule. Kick-off is set for 4pm BST in Glasgow.
It gives West Ham a high-profile test against Derek McInnes’ Rangers side before competitive football resumes.
The trip also adds another notable date to West Ham’s preparations. Nuno’s squad will head north for a fixture that should carry more edge than a routine training-ground friendly.
Rangers Trip Gives West Ham A Serious Summer Marker
For West Ham, the value is obvious.
Ibrox should provide intensity, noise and a demanding opponent at a stage of pre-season when managers want more than minutes in the legs.
ReadWestHam has already covered how West Ham’s pre-season schedule begins with Southend and Stevenage, and this Rangers date gives the summer programme a stronger final test.
Rangers are preparing for their own domestic opener shortly afterwards, so McInnes’ team are unlikely to treat the match lightly.
That should suit Nuno.
He will want a clear read on fitness, organisation and squad depth before the new campaign begins.
The fixture also gives travelling supporters an attractive summer away day. West Ham’s schedule now carries a proper competitive feel before the serious work starts.
Ticket and matchday details will remain a key focus as the July date approaches.
