Babbel wary of Bougherra threat

Published : 23 Nov 2009 21:04:13

Stuttgart boss Markus Babbel is hoping Rangers defender Madjid Bougherra will miss Tuesday's Champions League tie.Bougherra may not be selected after returning late from international duty with Algeria. "He scored in the first game and is very strong at the back," said Babbel, referring to Bougherra's strike during September's 1-1 draw in Germany. "He is a fantastic player," added the former Liverpool defender. "If he can't play, it's not bad for us." Rangers manager Walter Smith has said .... read more