Cowie on academy products, Rangers trip & transfers

Ross County manager Don Cowie has been speaking to the media before his side's Scottish Premiership match against Rangers on Sunday.

Here are the key things he said:

• The Staggies boss says last week's 1-1 draw at home to Hibernian was a "missed opportunity", adding that it "reinforces the importance of staying in the game, as it can change at any point".

• Cowie emphasised that it was a "big day" for the Ross-shire club to have three homegrown academy players having an impact in a Premiership match, and they are seeing the benefits of loaning young players out since they do not have a reserve or under-18 squad to transition from.

• On their upcoming tie in Glasgow he says Rangers will be a "massive challenge" with their home record, but they are looking to make it four away wins on the trot.

• While their Europa League tie on Thursday night could have a bearing on Phillipe Clement's team selection, Cowie acknowledges "it's still Rangers, it's still a squad full of real talent".

• His strategy for an Ibrox visit involves "being together, being resolute and always looking to carry a threat and cause them problems".

• As for transfer news, he says there is no business happening "as we stand" with the squad "looking healthy", but does hope to have some injured players back in contention from next week.