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Always been a big fan of Bengaluru FC.

https://rangers.co.uk/news/headlines/rangers-partner-with-bengaluru-fc/ Friday, 27 September 2019, 15:00 by Rangers Football Club 2259 RANGERS Football Club is today delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with Indian professional football club Bengaluru FC. The two year collaboration will present a number of footballing and commercial opportunities for each club during the period. Bengaluru FC is an Indian professional football club based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and plays in the 25,000 seater Sree Kanteerava Stadium. The club was established in 2013 and since then has won three league titles, two federation Cup titles, and a super cup championship. During the length of the link-up, the Light Blues will look to have an active presence in the Indian footballing market enabling the club to grow its international audience. The partnership will also encompass a scouting link up with the Indian Super League side to identify India’s best talent with a view to opening up opportunities. The Rangers Academy will travel to India and be welcomed at Bengaluru’s state of art training centre as part of the strategy to prepare our young players for the challenges and experiences which lie ahead for them in the future. Rangers Soccer Schools will also be holding training camps in Bengaluru and will be bringing tour groups to Glasgow to see how to play and train the Rangers way. A Rangers Legends side, packed with players who have played for the Gers in the past will travel to India to play and also to take part in fan engagement events whilst also visiting Soccer Schools camps. A culture of knowledge sharing will also be fostered, with experiences and opportunities discussed across a number of different departments across both clubs. Rangers will also look to grow into the Indian market by hosting screening events in Bengaluru for fans. Rangers Managing Director Stewart Robertson said: “We’re excited and proud to announce our partnership with reigning Indian Super League champions Bengaluru FC, especially at this time when football in India, a country of 1.3 billion people, is entering a period of unprecedented growth. Mandar Tamhane, CEO, Bengaluru FC: “The partnership is based on an exchange of knowledge and services, one that we are looking to make the most of. Bengaluru FC’s endeavour has been to help grow Indian football and our association with Rangers is a big step in that direction. “We are excited about the development our academy, Soccer Schools and grassroots programmes will be exposed to, in the coming years. There is also the prospect of our first team visiting and playing a game at the Ibrox, which is something we are looking forward to. We are certain of the success of this partnership.”

There is no talking to these morons, they just don’t care what damage is done to the club.

MP lodges Fernando Ricksen motion at House of Commons 26th September Motion celebrating Fernando Ricksen lodged by MP at Westminster By Stewart Paterson @PatersonHTPolitical Correspondent (2) A MOTION celebrating the life of former Rangers captain Fernando Ricksen, who died last week, has been lodged at the House of Commons by a Glasgow MP. The motion, by South West SNP MP Chris Stephens, whose constituency includes Ibrox Stadium, notes the “deepest sadness” at the Ibrox legend’s passing after a long battle with Motor Neurone Disease. Mr Stephens recognised his career in Netherlands, Scotland and Russia and the “inspiring way he fought against his illness both raising awareness and funds for the Fernando Ricksen Foundation which aims to help others suffering from the incurable disease.” It has been signed by six other MPs so far from Labour, Conservatives and the SNP. It also states the house: “extends sincere sympathy to his wife Veronika, his daughter Isabella and all his family, friends and in the football family who are mourning his loss.” The full text of the motion is below. "That this House notes with the deepest sadness the passing of Fernando Ricksen, the former captain of Rangers Football Club and Netherlands International who died on 18 September 2019 at the age of 43 after a heroic and brave battle with the life-shortening nerve and brain illness Motor Neurone Disease; recognises his huge contribution to football, winning titles in the Netherlands with Fortune Sittard and AZ Alkmaar, seven trophies including two league titles in Scotland with Rangers FC before going on to win UEFA Cup and UEFA Super Cup with Zenit St Petersburg in 2008; pays tribute to the brave and inspiring way he fought against his illness both raising awareness and funds for the Fernando Ricksen Foundation which aims to help others suffering from the incurable disease; and extends sincere sympathy to his wife Veronika, his daughter Isabella and all his family, friends and in the football family who are mourning his loss."

A 13-year old boy and 26-year-old woman in the away end needed treatment with fan group Union Bears defending the use of pyrotechnics inside stadiums despite fellow Rangers supporters being injured.Smoke bombs, bangers and flares were set off by Rangers fans at the match against Livingston (Image: SNS Group)Police are hunting Rangers fans who left off smoke bombs, bangers and flares at the match against Livingston on Wednesday night after two fellow Light Blues supporters were hurt, including a childA 13-year old boy required treatment to his eyes while a 26-year-old woman sustained a minor leg injury. Both were treated by medics at the stadium and did not have to attend hospital.A police officer was also hit by a coin thrown by a fan in the away end during the Betfred League Cup quarter-final tie that Rangers won 1-0.Chief Inspector Neil Mitchell, the officer in charge of the policing operation for the match said: "Taking pyrotechnics into a football stadium is not only an offence, it is extremely dangerous.“The injuries sustained by the woman and boy caused by the devices, and the consequences, could have had been so much worse."Once again it is extremely disappointing and worrying that despite repeated warnings about the risk pyrotechnics bring, a small minority continue to smuggle them into matches."The vast majority of those who attended the match were well-behaved and enjoyed the game. However, following the actions of a small group of their fellow supporters, two people were injured.“It is only down to luck that their injuries were minor. If this continues it can only be a matter of time before someone is injured more seriously."One of my officers was also struck by a coin thrown from the same group of supporters. This is also unacceptable and will not be tolerated."We have a retrospective investigation ongoing and are working closely with both clubs to identify those responsible. I can confirm that we are following a positive line of enquiry."I urge anyone at the game who witnessed the use of these pyrotechnics and can assist in our enquiries to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 2394 of 25 September 2019."We will deal with all those responsible in a robust manner including seeking football banning orders through the courts."Rangers 'ultras' group the Union Bears issued a statement following the incident.The group defended the use of flares and smoke bombs despite the risk they pose to others, such as supporters with asthma, although they urged fans not to use firecrackers in crowded areas.The statement said: “The Union Bears support the safe use of pyrotechnics inside and outside football stadiums.“Whilst this is our stance, we would like to discourage supporters from using firecrackers inside the stands. These firecrackers are endangering our supporters when set off in crowded areas.”

Whole ball not over the line, no goal.

Eh?

Does Morelos find it impossible to chip the goalie? Number of times he goes for power and hits the keeper☹️

Friday, 13 September 2019, 20:00 by Rangers Football Club 131 HAVING been instrumental in successfully revamping the football department, Rangers Football Club can announce that Director of Football Mark Allen has informed them he is to leave the club. Mark has decided that now is the right time for him to move on for family reasons and in order to explore other options, and leaves with the clubs best wishes. Rangers fully respects Mark’s decision and wishes to place on record its thanks to Mark for his hard work and diligence since joining the Club in the summer of 2017. In that short time he has helped move Rangers into a significantly stronger and more challenging position. During his tenure, Mark has made a hugely positive impact in bringing in a higher quality of first-team player and he has led the renovation and improvement of the Hummel Training Centre, making it fit for a club the size of Rangers. Managing Director Stewart Robertson commented: “On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Mark for his work in recent seasons. We are disappointed to lose him but we appreciate the impact he made during his time in Scotland and he leaves Rangers in a better place than when he first arrived. Losing a man of his calibre is a blow but the practices he put in place at the club will stand us in good stead for the future. We wish Mark well in his future career.” Mark Allen said: “It has been a privilege to work for Rangers, one of the biggest clubs in football with such a phenomenal fan base, and I’ve loved every minute. Bringing Steven Gerrard to the club will always be a special point in my career and I would like to thank him, his excellent staff, the players and all the staff at Rangers for their support throughout my tenure. My greatest wish is for Rangers to start winning trophies again and I wish them all the very best for the future” Steven Gerrard said: “I would like to place on record my sincere gratitude to Mark for the incredible support he has shown to me and all of my staff since I came to the club 16 months ago. Mark’s success here is evident for all to see and we would all like to wish him well moving forward.”

MA has left Rangers.

I can see why the manager is angry but does Jack not have a tongue in his head?

https://www.gofundme.com/f/defibrillators-in-memory-of-peter-derrick Ibrox area defibrillator fundraiser in memory of Peter Derrick Dear member, You may be aware that Peter Derrick, the owner of the Viceroy Bar on Paisley Road West passed away recently after suffering a cardiac arrest in the pub. Despite immediately receiving CPR from a Viceroy customer, he sadly died twelve days later. This was a tragic incident which has left family, friends and customers of this much loved member of the Rangers community determined to honour his memory by installing defibrillators at various points between the Viceroy Bar and Ibrox Stadium. Peter’s daughter, Robyn said, “We are all devastated. We’ve been robbed of my dad. He loved his life and lived his life to the fullest. He played golf with his friends the night before his life, he was bursting with energy and had so much more to give. I want to focus on helping other families. Our family want to give other families a chance. A cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, and every moment is precious. One minute or five minutes - it makes a big difference.” Peter’s family have so far exceeded their original target of £12,000 but they want to fund as many defibrillators as possible in the Ibrox area, so their fundraising efforts continue. To donate to the fundraiser, please click here. Club 1872

Can’t get to the game? Earn credit towards your 20/21 season ticket and help keep Ibrox roaring! If you are unable to make it along to Ibrox tomorrow, you can release your seat using Seatsub and contribute to a sold-out Ibrox. If you use Seatsub throughout the month of September you will be entered into a prize draw to win 2 x VIP hospitality places for an SPFL match. In addition, you will also win an exclusive home shirt signed by the first team squad. For more information or to release your ticket for the Livingston game, click HERE.

Nope, the only funny thing would be if we signed and not in a humorous way.

Bobby Madden gives Italy a penalty and books Finnish player.

2 hrs ago Rangers boss Steven Gerrard reunited with ex-Liverpool physio who joins Ibrox backroom staff By Mark Hendry @mhendry92Multimedia Reporter Rangers boss Steven Gerrard reunited with ex-Liverpool physio who joins Ibrox backroom staff Former England and Liverpool physio has left his role with the FA to join Steven Gerrard at Rangers. Matt Konopinski worked with the Gers boss at Anfield for ten years before both departed for pastures new. They will be reunited now at Ibrox after Konopinski opted to join up with the former Liverpool captain. The physio is not the first former Liverpool pal Gerrard has brought in to Ibrox to help with his Rangers revolution. Gary McAllister is his assistant manager while Michael Beale is head coach. Jordan Milsom also works at Rangers as head of performance and Tom Culshaw is technical coach. Training Ground Guru report that Konopinski left his role as England physio after just one year.

Heard that on talksport today. Seems he can leave for free at the end of the season and has always been that way!

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A few years old but the video is interesting. https://footballtaxhavens.wordpress.com/2019/06/30/market-abuse-due-to-child-abuse-celtic-directors-broke-the-aim-listing-rules-on-disclosure-on-secret-abuse-investigation/

Why did no club down south sign him?