Rangers fire Russell Martin following 17 games.
After just 17 games in charge, Russell Martin has been dismissed as Rangers manager, the club announced "although transition phases demand patience, results have not met expectations".
The 39-year-old's final game ended with a 1-1 stalemate against Falkirk on Sunday, after which he required a police escort away from the grounds as spectators sought to prevent the squad vehicle from exiting.
The coach encountered growing disapproval and opposition from Ibrox supporters following an underwhelming beginning to the season's commencement.
The club waited until the end of September to secure their first league win, following the humiliating a humiliating 9-1 aggregate defeat against Club Brugge during Champions League qualification during August.
The club's statement emphasized that transition periods require patience, but ultimately results should reach anticipated levels.
Essential Details
- Martin's leadership spanned 17 games
- Final match resulted in 1-1 draw
- Needed security following match
- Disappointing campaign opening
- Initial Premiership win in September
- Heavy European defeat to Club Brugge
What's Next
The hunt commences for a replacement coach to direct the team forward as the football side seeks to reconstruct their season and regain competitive form.
