The Scottish FA and SPFL have approved Rangers' request to host their home matches at Hampden Park.
This decision comes as a result of ongoing construction works at Ibrox Stadium, with chairman John Bennett recently issuing supporters an apology for the delay.
The new arrangement will see Rangers play their home games at the national stadium south of the city until Scotland's UEFA Nations League fixture against Poland on September 5.
The SPFL board has given the green light for the Glasgow giants to play two initial Scottish Premiership matches, which begins with the visit of Motherwell on Saturday August 10 before they welcome Ross County to Mount Florida two weeks later.
With both venues boasting a similar 50,000 capacity, Rangers have promised season ticket holders will still gain access to the fixtures as normal.
Rangers’ third home league match of the season is against Hibernian on September 28, while UEFA Champions League and Premier Sports Cup games could be impacted too.
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As part of the agreement, Rangers have committed to funding an accelerated pitch growth programme at Hampden Park. This measure will ensure that the playing surface is ready for the club's first home game.
The knock-on effect extends beyond just Rangers' matches though.
The SPFL have confirmed that the scheduled Scottish Championship clash between Queen's Park and Livingston, originally scheduled to be held at Hampden’s neighbouring, City Stadium, that same afternoon, to Friday August 9.
A statement from Rangers FC said: “Further to last week’s update, the club is continuing work at pace on detailed plans for the transition to the National Stadium.
“While the Ask Rangers site seeks to address immediate questions, further information will be delivered to our season ticket holders and seasonal hospitality clients as we progress the situation.
“At this stage, the club can announce our William Hill Scottish Premiership matches with Motherwell on Saturday, 10 August and Ross County on Saturday 24 August will be played at Hampden, with both matches kicking-off at 3pm.
“The club is continuing to work tirelessly on the Copland Stand project at Ibrox to complete that as soon as possible. As soon as the club can provide a definitive update on matches returning to our home, it will do so.
“Rangers again puts on record its thanks to the Scottish FA and the SPFL for their considerable work in reaching this solution.
“Above all, the club thanks our supporters for their ongoing patience and understanding as we deal with this challenge.”
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