Rangers manager Derek McInnes expressed his discontent regarding the extended international break, labeling it as "too long". After the Scottish Premiership victory over Celtic on September 20, 13 Rangers players were called up to represent their countries.

McInnes highlighted the challenges posed by this lengthy absence, stating that the full squad will only reconvene for training on Friday, just one day before facing Kilmarnock. This marks a substantial 19-day gap since their last match.

Key points from McInnes's remarks include:

• The players are spread across various nations, working with different coaching staff.
• The travel involved for four games adds to the strain of being away from families.
• The uncertainty and anxiety surrounding player safety while abroad.

He noted, "They're all back in today but they're not all training. So by the time we get on to the pitch together tomorrow it'll be 19 days since the Celtic game. That's longer than a lot of tournaments for a lot of countries. I know it's set in stone - but I'm not a fan of it to be honest."

As the team prepares to face Kilmarnock, McInnes's concerns reflect a broader issue in football regarding the scheduling of international fixtures.