Jason Leitch. Following large groups gathering in George Square and at Ibrox to celebrate the title victory for Steven Gerrard's side, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has warned the upcoming Old Firm game could be at risk.
Jason Leitch. Following large groups gathering in George Square and at Ibrox to celebrate the title victory for Steven Gerrard's side, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has warned the upcoming Old Firm game could be at risk.
Steven Gerrard's side clinched the Premiership title at the weekend.The Government are seeking assurances from both clubs that fans will not congregate in numbers should the game go ahead and discussions were held with Rangers, Celtic, police and Glasgow City Council on Friday afternoon.Rangers are satisfied the talks were "constructive" and dialogue is set to continue in a bid to ensure the match is not postponed.
Rangers have cruised to their first top flight title in a decade after a superb Premiership campaign. The 20-point lead has ended any lingering hopes of Celtic's 10 In A Row bid as Steven Gerrard's side sealed the title before the league split.
Rangers after they were officially confirmed as Premiership champions for the first time since 2011. Celtic's draw with Dundee United officially handed the title to Steven Gerrard's side on Sunday, the earliest title win over a full season.
Ibrox yesterday as Rangers fans defied lockdown rules and flocked to the grounds.Thousands of supporters gathered outside the stadium on Saturday after Steven Gerrard's team beat St Mirren 3-0.Footage of rowdy fans was widely circulated on social media as they celebrated the win.One man appeared to be performing a sex act on himself as Ibrox could be seen in the background of one video.Cops are aware of the footage and have launched a probe.A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We are aware of
Rangers are on the brink of bringing the Scottish Premiership title back to Govan.With a massive 21-point lead at the top of the table coupled with far superior goal difference it's all but impossible for Celtic to catch Steven Gerrard's side.Fans and players alike got the party started early yesterday at Ibrox as Rangers cruised to a 3-0 win over St Mirren, which coupled with any slip-up from the Hoops against Dundee United would guarantee 55.The pressure was on to end the dominance of their
Jordan Jones received a special title message from coach Michael Beale after congratulating his parent club.After a 3-0 win over St Mirren the Ibrox side are just a point away from the Scottish Premiership crown.Goals from Ryan Kent, Alfredo Morelos and Ianis Hagi blew Saints away as the inspired home side took control from the first minute to last.Jones, however, was hundreds of miles from the party having been sent out on loan by manager Steven Gerrard to Sunderland in the January window.And
Scott Wright is the perfect Rangers "project" who will hit the ground running next season.The former Aberdeen winger arrived in January after his breakout season in the Granite City and has impressed Ibrox onlookers with his action-packed cameos from the bench.Gerrard is tipping the winger to come alive next season with Wright beefing up since making the move to Glasgow.But the Liverpool icon admits the 23-year-old is also closing in on earning starts for Rangers sooner rather than later.He
Rangers dynasty.The Ibrox club took nine league titles in a row between 1988-89 and 1996-97, matching the achievement of Jock Stein's Hoops side.Celtic were looking to go one better this season but a miserable defence of their Premiership crown means Rangers can take the title this weekend.That would be the earliest title win in a full-length season ever, and with a rebuild on the cards at Parkhead it's been suggested that Steven Gerrard's side could become the dominant force.But while Bonner
Alfredo Morelos' winner against Livingston certainly lifted the mood on a stormy night at the Tony Macaroni Arena. Banished Steven Gerrard leaped higher than the fireworks that lit the West Lothian sky half an hour earlier as his talisman tapped home from close range.It came only 45 minutes after he dropped an F-bomb during a heated half-time discussion with referee John Beaton after the whistler booked Rangers striker Morelos for simulation.
Steven Gerrard faces several key calls ahead of his side's clash with Livingston on Wednesday night.With skipper James Tavernier still out and stand-in Leon Balogun a major doubt after injuring his quad against Royal Antwerp, Nathan Patterson looks set to start for Rangers at right-back despite facing an SFA ban for breaking Covid rules.Kemar Roofe and Ryan Jack remain out alongside long-term knee casualty Nikola Katic, but Jermain Defoe returns after sitting out the European action.Livingston
Steven Gerrard admits he will miss going head-to-head with departed Celtic boss Neil Lennon after his Parkhead departure.But he is looking forward to catching up over a pint with the Irishman after his long Parkhead goodbye was finally confirmed on Wednesday.The pair have enjoyed cordial relationship while doing battle in the white-hot Glasgow atmosphere with both complimentary of each other in recent years.And Gerrard has revealed he has long been an admirer of Lennon and is looking forward to
Bayern Munich but he still reckons it will be tough to stand in for James Tavernier. The defender slotted in for the Rangers skipper when he limped off in the first half of Thursday’s victory over Antwerp.
Steven Gerrard's side quickly return to Premiership action this weekend after defeating the Belgians 4-3 in a pulsating last 32 first leg.Up next on domestic duty is Dundee United as the league leaders push to bring home the title.Rangers are just four victories from a first league crown since 2011 and cut that to three with victory over the Taysiders.But Micky Mellon's side have halted an alarming run by winning their last two to leave them on the cusp of the top six.Gerrard's team smashed four
Mike Ashley.In the summer Rangers signed a new deal with Liverpool-based Castore which sees royalties go directly to the club from shirts sold.And as Steven Gerrard's side close in on the Premiership title the club have announced they're cracking down on knock-off goods.A statement warned: "We now have dedicated resources and expertise to ensure any counterfeit merchandise and products using Rangers’ trademarks illegally, will be subject to appropriate action and the strongest consequences
Steven Gerrard admits all his previous managers have played a key role in building a Rangers side that is closing in on a first title in a decade.The Ibrox boss namechecked Gerard Houllier and Rafa Benitez but had a special word for Brendan Rodgers' role in shaping the current Ibrox side.The pair worked together at Liverpool before they became rivals in Glasgow with the Irishman still Celtic boss when Gerrard took up the reins at Rangers back in 2018,And Gerrard admits that shape and discipline
Greg Docherty admits he had to leave Rangers after his dream move became a career low point. The 24-year-old midfielder moved south for a £400,000 fee last summer after failing to make the breakthrough into Steven Gerrard 's first-team plans.
Rangers boss shut down talk of anything apart from the Kilmarnock game. The Ibrox side have been relentless in their pursuit of the Premiership title this season and stood 18 points clear going into the clash with Tommy Wright 's side.
Kemar Roofe's disciplinary charge.The striker has been handed a two-match ban for a challenge on St Johnstone's Murray Davidson after the Ibrox club failed to successfully appeal the verdict.Roofe was shown a yellow card for the tackle during Rangers' 1-0 home win over Saints last week.But the incident was flagged up by the SFA's three-man panel and a suspension issued.Gerrard revealed the report sent to Ibrox claimed referee David Munro did not see the challenge clearly, which can open the door
Rangers look to continue their unbeaten season as Kilmarnock arrive at Ibrox. There was a warning shot for Steven Gerrard's side in Lanarkshire last weekend with Hamilton earning a shock draw at New Douglas Park.
Alfredo Morelos are the Premiership's most deadly attacking duo as they combine to help fire Rangers to the title.Steven Gerrard's side are 18 points clear at the top of the table and are all but certain to end their long wait for the glory come the end of the season.Much of their success has been built on a rock-solid defence but Rangers are no slouches when it comes to attacking output.And while Morelos hasn't found the back of the net as often as in previous seasons, he's formed a deadly
Kemar Roofe has received a two-match ban for a tackle in the match against St Johnstone last Wednesday despite an appeal.The English striker was pulled up by a three-person disciplinary panel after a challenge on midfielder Murray Davidson on the stretch.The tackle was deemed worthy of a yellow card at the time by referee David Munro but that prompted further action from the governing body.Ibrox manager Steven Gerrard believed there was little intent behind Roofe's actions and confirmed the club
Scottish Premiership finish line according to pundit Stephen Craigan.Steven Gerrard's side have been in imperious form this season, dropping just six points as they remain unbeaten in the league.Two of those dropped points came against Hamilton on Sunday though, with goalkeeper Allan McGregor admitting his side were "rubbish".Asked on Go Radio about that perfomance Craigan said: "They looked a little bit laboured, their play was slow."I felt as if on Sunday there was a lack of risk in their
Celtic this season - even if Neil Lennon's side were not enduring a horror campaign.The Ibrox superfan and former Scotland hero believes that Steven Gerrard's side would have cruised to Premiership title glory even if the Hoops' had mustered a stronger defence.The Light Blues are enjoying a 28-game unbeaten run in the league and sit 21 points clear at the top of the table following the draw with Hamilton.Brian Rice's side are only the fourth side to take any points off ruthless Rangers so far
Alfredo Morelos ' ban but expressed his frustration at what he sees as a lack of consistency in judgements from the SFA. The striker was hit with a charge for stamping on Hibs defender Ryan Porteous, which carries a three match ban due to a previous suspension for violent conduct.
Scott Wright from Aberdeen after a £200,000 deal was agreed to take him to Ibrox early. The 23-year-old had already agreed a pre-contract deal with the Premiership leaders and was due to move in the summer.
Alfredo Morelos will be banned for three matches after the club opted not accept a charge of violent conduct. The 24-year-old was hit with a fast-track notice for stamping on Ryan Porteous of Hibs in the 1-0 win at Easter Road.
Jack Simpson as the defender arrives in Glasgow to complete his move. The Bournemouth centre-back has already signed a pre-contract at Ibrox and will move in the summer.
straight to your inbox every day for freeSteven Gerrard has been impressed with the improvements made by Manchester United this season but says they are still a work in progress. The Liverpool legend has been keeping a close eye on the Premier League title race from his position as Rangers manager, having led the Gers to the cusp of the Scottish Premiership title.
Steven Gerrard turning to Gary McAllister in his time of need during his early days after breaking into the Liverpool first team. And the former Reds defender believes having his experience at Ibrox has been crucial as Gerrard closes in on delivering Rangers’ historic first title in a decade.
Steven Gerrard is doing such a top job that he'll soon enter the 'legendary' category of Ibrox managers.The boss has his club on the precipice of the Scottish Premiership title with a 23-point advantage and eight more wins from 12 will guarantee the trophy.And although Gerrard made his name at Anfield as a player, McCoist bellowed "never mind Liverpool".He insisted delivering a first league flag in a decade would mean just as much to fans in Govan as any of his playing accomplishments did in
Royal Air Force crowdfunding appeal target. The Bridgeton Loyal Rangers Supporters Club set an initial goal of £14,000 but have now raised over £33,000 since the appeal went viral.
Alfredo Morelos appeared to bite back at his critics as he posted a pointed message on social media. The Colombian international was the match-winner for Steven Gerrard 's side on Wednesday as he scored the only goal in a 1-0 win over Hibs.
Alfredo Morelos should have been red carded at Easter Road before scoring the goal that maintained Rangers’ unbeaten march to the Premiership title. The Hibs boss insisted that a first half clash between the controversial Colombian and defender Ryan Porteous should have been punished by referee Kevin Clancy - and Morelos rubbed salt into the wound by grabbing the only goal of a tight encounter just five minutes after the break.
Alfredo Morelos should have been sent off according to goal legend Kris Boyd. The Colombian appeared to stamp on Ryan Porteous during the first half stalemate of the league leaders’ clash with Hibs at Easter Road.
Rangers take on Hibs at Easter Road. Key midfielder Jack had been out since November but returned from the bench against Ross County at the weekend.
Steven George Gerrard MBE (born 30 May 1980) is an English professional football manager and former player who manages Scottish Premiership club Rangers.
He spent the majority of his playing career as a central midfielder for Liverpool, with most of that time spent as club captain, as well as captaining the England national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of all time,
Gerrard was awarded the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year award in 2005, and the Ballon d'Or Bronze Award. In 2009, Zinedine Zidane and Pelé said that they considered Gerrard to be the best footballer in the world.
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