Emmanuel Fernandez zeroes in on Rangers 'basics' as defender opens up on surprise international appearance

Rangers defender Fernandez reflects on his international break with Nigeria, including a friendly in Russia, and praises the hospitality despite the country's isolation.

Emmanuel Fernandez, Rangers' centre-back, has returned from international duty with Nigeria during the break. The defender travelled to Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau, and Russia, where the Super Eagles played a controversial friendly that ended 3-3. Fernandez praised the hospitality and training standards in Russia despite the country's exile from major tournaments, noting the Russian people were welcoming and supportive. He is now focused on continuing Rangers' strong defensive form in the Premiership.