Michael Stewart reckons it might be a case of double or nothing for Rangers as they get set for 2 huge cup finals in per week.
The Ibrox aspect journey to Seville this week as they get set to face Eintracht Frankfurt with Europa League glory on the road.
It is a brutal turnaround after that as they then have simply two days to arrange for Saturday's conflict with Hearts on the nationwide stadium.
Domestically it has been a disappointing season for Gio van Bronckhorst however they will finish it with immortality in the event that they safe a cup double.
Stewart although reckons all of it hinges on the conflict with Frankfurt in Seville.
He believes a Rangers win there would carry them via on a excessive with the excitement from that sufficient to see off Hearts.
On the flipside although the previous Tynecastle midfielder reckons defeat in Spain might be crushing for his or her confidence - opening the door for Robbie Neilson and his staff to take benefit.
"When it comes to preparation it is not very best as a result of they're having to show issues round fairly shortly," he stated on BBC Sportscene. "However I believe the consequence on Wednesday evening could have a giant bearing.
"If Rangers win towards Eintracht Frankfurt then the vitality and adrenaline will probably be there.
"Whereas if they arrive away with a defeat, that might be psychologically tough to boost the staff.
"Though I've acquired to be sincere, any adversity they've confronted this season, they've reacted fairly properly.
"However the fast turnaround on the again of a defeat going into the Scottish Cup Ultimate may show pivotal.
"Wednesday evening's going to be an actual game-changer on the subject of whether or not Hearts can raise the trophy."