đ Breaking News: Rangers Officially Announce Brutal Sacking of Russell Martin on Saturday Evening
Glasgow, Saturday â In a dramatic and unexpected turn of events, Rangers Football Club have officially announced the sacking of manager Russell Martin late Saturday evening, sending shockwaves through the footballing community and leaving fans stunned just weeks into the new Scottish Premiership season.
The decision was confirmed in an official club statement posted across Rangersâ digital platforms around 7:30 PM local time, following days of mounting speculation over Martin’s future at Ibrox.
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đ Downfall After Disappointing Start
Martin, 38, was appointed earlier this year with the aim of rebuilding the squad and restoring Rangersâ dominance both domestically and in Europe. However, a string of underwhelming performances â including a crushing defeat to Celtic and an early European exit â reportedly left the board with âno choiceâ but to act swiftly.
Sources close to the club suggest tensions had been rising behind the scenes, with growing dissatisfaction among senior players and increasing frustration from the Rangers faithful. The final straw appears to have been last weekendâs shock 2â1 home loss to newly promoted Dundee United, which saw Rangers drop to fourth in the table after just six matches.
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â ď¸ Club Statement
In a brief but pointed statement, Rangers FC said:
> âThe club can confirm that Russell Martin has been relieved of his duties as first-team manager with immediate effect. We thank Russell for his efforts during his tenure and wish him well for the future. An interim manager will be announced in due course.â
There was no mention of a mutual agreement, suggesting Martin was summarily dismissed â a rare and ruthless move by Rangersâ typically measured board.
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đŁď¸ Inside Sources & Dressing Room Fallout
Reports from within the club suggest Martin had lost the dressing room after a series of tactical missteps and communication breakdowns with senior players. One unnamed insider told local media:
> âThere was confusion about the game plan, the intensity had dropped, and some of the older players felt his style didnât suit the clubâs DNA.â
Martin, known for his possession-based philosophy, had struggled to implement his system in a squad not fully adapted to it â and results reflected that disconnect.
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đ Whatâs Next for Rangers?
Assistant coach Alex Rae is expected to take charge temporarily as Rangers begin their search for a permanent replacement. Among the early favourites to take over are Kevin Muscat, Kjetil Knutsen, and a possible sensational return of Steven Gerrard, though no official shortlist has been released.
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𧞠Russell Martin’s Record at Rangers
Games Managed: 11
Wins: 5
Draws: 2
Losses: 4
Trophies: 0
Though Martin was given backing in the summer transfer window, including the signings of several new faces, results simply didnât match expectations at a club where success is demanded every week.
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đď¸ Fan Reactions Pour In
The sacking has sparked a wave of reactions across social media. While some supporters applauded the boardâs decisive action, others expressed concern over instability and a lack of long-term vision.
One fan posted on X (formerly Twitter):
> âRight decision, wrong time. Weâre back to square one. Hope the next appointment is the right one.â
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đ Looking Ahead
Rangers are set to face Aberdeen next weekend at Pittodrie in what could be a defining fixture for the clubâs immediate future. A new manager could be in place by then â or at least watching closely from the stands.
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đ This story is developing. Stay tuned for live updates, expert analysis, and reactions from players, pundits, and insiders throughout the evening.
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