Martin explains Rangers recall for Tavernier and Raskin
Their performances have earned them starting positions for the second leg against the Czech side.
Max Aarons' injury has also played a part in Tavernier's recall.
The Bournemouth loanee picked up a knock and will be absent for the match but is expected to be fit to face Alloa Athletic on Saturday.
Martin explained his selection choices to BBC Scotland, saying: "I think that is the right team to play tonight to win the game.
"Nico was fantastic when he came on Saturday, as was Tav, had a big moment for us and executed it."
He further explained Aarons' situation, saying: "Max picked up a little bit of a knock before the game on Saturday and got through it as best as he could, but it's actually set him back a little bit.
"So he'll be fit for the weekend, but there was no point in bringing him to travel and he's now got a bit of time to recover now.
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"So Tav and Nico really helped the team on Saturday and they're in tonight."
The manager also spoke about Joe Rothwell, who has been left out of the squad after starting alongside Raskin in recent games.
Martin said: "He's come in, he's done great.
"He's looked a bit tired on Saturday and we've just gone for energy.
"So we have two really good options there.
"They might end up on the pitch together at some point tonight."
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