Barron Aims for Perfect Season Finale with Title Win and World Cup Spot

Rangers midfielder Connor Barron is focused on achieving a perfect end to the season by securing the Scottish Premiership title and earning a spot in Steve Clarke's Scotland squad for the upcoming World Cup. Barron, 23, has recently recovered from a knee injury that kept him out of action for over two months. Prior to his injury, he was in fine form, earning consecutive late call-ups to the national team in October and November, including a historic World Cup qualification victory over Denmark at Hampden Park. Since his return in mid-March, Barron has been limited to substitute appearances for Rangers, with January signing Tochi Chukwuani preferred as the midfield partner of Nico Raskin. However, Barron is determined to contribute to the title race and catch Clarke's eye before the World Cup. With intense competition for midfield spots in the Scotland squad, Barron will be vying for the eighth midfield position, competing with the likes of Andy Irving and several uncapped domestic players. Barron believes he can bring energy, composure, and tenacity to the national team, and is eager to perform and secure a spot in the squad. A perfect season finale for Barron would involve winning the league and making the World Cup squad. Rangers currently trail leaders Hearts by one point with five games remaining, but Barron is confident in his team's mentality and hunger to win the title. He expressed his disappointment at not being in a title-contending position last season and is now eager to seize the opportunity. Barron came on as a substitute in Rangers' recent 6-3 win over Falkirk and is hoping for more first-team opportunities in the run-in. He acknowledged the struggle of watching from the sidelines during his injury but is now focused on regaining his form and securing a spot in the team.