Rangers Sack Manager Russell Martin After Disappointing Draw
Rangers have parted ways with manager Russell Martin after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Falkirk, ending his 123-day tenure.
Scottish giants Rangers sack Russell Martin after just 17 matches in charge...
Rangers confirmed the sacking of manager Russell Martin on Sunday evening, bringing an end to the Englishman's tenure after just 17 games in charge of the Scottish club.
The decision came after Rangers laboured to a 1-1 draw away at Falkirk on Sunday, a result that drew yet another chorus of discontent from travelling fans, echoing sentiments that had long been growing following the Ibrox side's poor start to the season.
The situation turned ugly post-match, as police were forced to escort Martin from the stadium when supporters tried to prevent the team bus from leaving.
A brief statement by the club read: “Rangers Football Club confirms that it has parted company with Head Coach, Russell Martin.
“While all transition periods require some time, results have not met the club's expectations.
“Assistant Head Coach, Matt Gill, and First-Team Coach, Mike Williamson, will also be departing.
“Russell and his staff have worked exceptionally hard throughout their time at the club. We thank them for their efforts and wish them well for the future.”
It added: “Further updates from the club will follow in due course.”
Rangers' recent 1-1 draw against Falkirk has led to the departure of manager Russell Martin, marking the end of his tenure at the club. Martin's struggles to deliver consistent performances, coupled with a poor start to the season, resulted in increased pressure from fans and insiders. Despite his efforts, Martin won only one of seven league matches, drawing five, and managed just five victories in all competitions since August.
The team's poor performance has seen them slip to eighth in the league, 11 points behind leaders Hearts and nine points behind arch-rivals Celtic in second. Rangers have also had a dismal start to their Europa League campaign, losing their first two matches. The club's inability to keep clean sheets has been a significant issue, with 23 consecutive away games resulting in conceded goals.
Rangers are now searching for their fourth manager of 2025, following the exits of Philippe Clement and Barry Ferguson. Potential candidates are being considered, with the club prioritizing a manager with strong leadership qualities, tactical discipline, and a proven record of success in European competitions. Former Manchester United director Jim Liggett is set to join the club as chief operating officer on an interim basis. With a new manager expected to be appointed soon, Rangers aim to restore their dominance in Scottish football.
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Russell Martin was appointed as Rangers' head coach in June 2025, signing a three-year deal under the club's new American ownership. Despite promises of modernization and a clear tactical identity, Martin's tenure has gotten off to a chaotic start. His team struggled with a lethargic start to the season, failing to secure a win in the Scottish Premiership until late September.
The team's performance in the Champions League playoffs was particularly underwhelming, suffering a humiliating 9-1 aggregate defeat to Club Brugge. This disappointing start to the season has led to increased pressure on Martin, with some fans turning against him. In fact, he even required a police escort after a recent match against Falkirk.
As a result of the team's poor performance, Rangers officials have been holding talks about Martin's future, and it seems that a change of manager might be imminent. Steven Gerrard, who previously managed Rangers, has reportedly been in talks with the club, and his name has been floated as a potential replacement for Martin.
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