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Mmmmmmmmmm, just looked on a couple of Arsenal forums, they are none to happy Rangers are coming down for a visit !!, as if the Rangers fans are going to get boozed up and wreck the place, must be a lot of MOPES in disguise

RANGERS under-19s have lost their final SPL game of the season against Inverness Caley Thistle. Two goals in the first five minutes of the game from Caley midfielder Stuart Leslie secured the win and gave the home side a bit of revenge after the 6-2 thumping they suffered at Ibrox in the semi-final of the SFA Youth Cup.

I thought this was a MOPE thing

PREMIERSHIP heavyweights Arsenal have invited Rangers to take part in the prestigious Emirates Cup at the Gunners' breathtaking stadium in August, with French Ligue 1 side Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid from Spain completing the four-team line up. Walter Smith's men will open the tournament with a mouth-watering clash against PSG at 2pm on Saturday, August 1 then close the competition with a glamour tie against Arsenal's all-stars at 4.15pm on Sunday, August 2. Former Rangers midfielder Jeremy ClementRangers will receive 9,000 tickets for both matches but there will be no reunion with former manager Paul Le Guen as the French club have announced he will leave at the end of the current season. However, ex-midfielder Jeremy Clement could feature while top-drawer talent like Robin Van Persie, Andrey Arshavin, Cesc Fabregas, Gael Clichy and Theo Walcott should be on show for Arsenal at the Emirates. Rangers Chief Executive Martin Bain commented: "We are delighted to be playing Arsenal and PSG in the Emirates Cup this summer. It was an honour to be invited by Arsenal, who like us have a rich history and proud traditions, and we look forward to renewing our friendship in London this August. Our fans will give the team great support in these two high-profile matches and there is little doubt it will be an entertaining tournament." Rangers Manager Walter Smith commented: "The Emirates Cup will capture the imagination of our supporters and everyone at the Club is looking forward to competing against Arsenal and PSG. Arsene Wenger's side are one of the best in Europe and their young team will provide a stiff test for our players. However, it is a challenge they will all relish and our fans will enjoy both matches at the state-of-the-art Emirates Stadium." Arsenal Chief Executive Ivan Gazidis commented: "We are delighted to be once again hosting the Emirates Cup in August 2009. Rangers, Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain all have great pedigree and will contribute to an exciting weekend of pre-season football.Arsena star Robin van Persie "The tournament will provide a very competitive level of preparation for all the teams ahead of the 2009/2010 season." TICKET INFORMATION Tickets will go on sale to season ticket holders on Monday, May 25 from the sales channels below. Season ticket holders can buy one ticket per season ticket for each day, and up to a maximum of four tickets for each day in one purchase - all with a valid Rangers number. Subject to demand, season ticket holders will then have an option to purchase a second ticket for each day - details will be communicated following initial season ticket holder uptake. Every ticket purchased will require an individual name and unique Rangers number along with a contact telephone number and address. At this stage, supporters clubs are invited to apply for tickets before June 12 but the allocation will be subject to season ticket holder uptake. Please note that club applications will only be accepted where each ticket applied for is attributed to a named member with a unique Rangers Number. SALES CHANNELS HERE�· 0871 702 1972 Rangers ticket centre Prices: Adults from �£25 - �£40 per day / ticket Concessions from �£15 - �£25 per day / ticket (under 16 or over 65) Emirates Cup 2009 Match Schedule Saturday August 1, 2009 Rangers v Paris Saint-Germain (2pm Kick-off) Arsenal v Atletico Madrid (4.15pm Kick-off) Sunday August 2, 2009 Atletico Madrid v Paris Saint-Germain (2pm kick-off) Arsenal v Rangers (4.15pm kick-off)

By Andrew Dickson DAVID WEIR insists he'll put talk of extending his stay at Rangers to one side to focus on tomorrow's derby with Celtic. The veteran defender - signed initially as a stop-gap in January 2007 - should make his 120th appearance for the club in this weekend's derby. David WeirFormer Light Blues skipper Richard Gough has urged Weir to stay with Gers for as long as he can because he'll miss playing when he eventually gives up. But while the former Everton stopper is flattered by such comments, he's adamant he'll only look to the future in the summer and the title race is his sole concern just now. Weir, who will turn 39 on Sunday, said: "It was nice of Richard to say those things but I've got to be asked to stay here first. "I'll keep playing as long as I can, there's no doubt about that. I think I'm sensible enough to realise that. "But the priority for me just now is to try to get to the end of the season and to try to be successful. That's the most important thing. "Of course, I'd think about staying at Rangers if I was asked but I don't want to spend any time doing that just now. "We've got more than enough on our plate at the moment and there are more important issues than that to consider. The league deserves all of our attentions." David Weir, RangersWeir maintains tomorrow's game is not a title decider, despite others claiming a win for either side could end the championship as a contest. After this weekend, Rangers still have to play Hibs, Aberdeen and Dundee United while Celtic face the Arabs, Hibees and Hearts. As both clubs prepare for difficult finishing schedules, Weir knows the other teams in the top half of the SPL will be keen to play a part in where the title ends up. He added: "I think both teams would say they've got three tough games after this one and this season there have been points dropped by each side. "I'm sure Celtic would agree that regardless of whether it's them or us that wins this weekend, there's nothing guaranteed after that."

RANGERS under-19s will be looking to finish the SPL season in style when they take on Inverness Caley Thistle in Dingwall this afternoon. The Murray Park kids will still be feeling the disappointment of losing out in the league and SFA Youth Cup to Hibs but will be out to get three points against the Highland Jags. Gregg WyldeTommy Wilson will be taking the team in Billy Kirkwood's absence and is looking for the team to approach the game in a professional manner. He said: "At Rangers we always expect all the players to maintain a high standard and the under-19s know that. "Hibs, of course, are already Champions but we still want to finish the season in the right way. "What our boys need to remember is that if they play well and stand-out there is always a chance that they could push their way on to the bench for the first-team in the next month. "We have seen Gregg Wylde (above) do that recently along with others. "So there is always a massive incentive for our players to give their all and that is what we want to see against Inverness."

HA!HA!, you're more than welcome to join us mate..........JUST NOT IN MY SEAT :box:

Cheers Jonny, just with the deadline today and me posting this a couple of weeks ago I've not had any response

Can anybody tell me if you get a letter of confirmation when you post your renewal form to Ibrox ?. I normally renew when I'm through at Ibrox, but this time I posted it for some reason

Ferguson won't be playing in this game

WALTER SMITH insists that Rangers wonââ?¬â?¢t crumble and gift Celtic nine-in-a-row glory. The Ibrox boss hit out after Gers legend Richard Gough confessed to his fear that the Hoops stand on the brink of history. Former Light Blues skipper Gough reckons losing the SPL crown to Celts could spark a catastrophic collapse at Ibrox. But, on the eve of tomorrowââ?¬â?¢s vital Old Firm clash at Ibrox, Smith claimed Gough is WRONG. He said: ââ?¬Å?I can never remember thinking winning four-in-a-row would mean going on to win nine-in-a-row. ââ?¬Å?Itââ?¬â?¢s difficult enough to win one. Youââ?¬â?¢d have to win four, then win four again and then start on the ninth. ââ?¬Å?It is always difficult to find that level of consistency. ââ?¬Å?You donââ?¬â?¢t go from four to nine in five minutes. ââ?¬Å?I donââ?¬â?¢t think anybody here ever thought of doing nine in the midst of two, three or four-in-a-row. ââ?¬Å?Itââ?¬â?¢s a good theory but there is a lot of assumption in there.ââ?¬Â Smith is focused on four games rather than four titles as the championship race enters the final furlong. Victory would thrust Gers two points clear of the Hoops but even if that happens, Smith reckons the tussle will go to the wire. He said: ââ?¬Å?The Old Firm game tends to dominate everyoneââ?¬â?¢s thoughts, but it would show a disregard to the other teams we still have to play if we said this was a ââ?¬Ë?must winââ?¬â?¢ match. ââ?¬Å?We canââ?¬â?¢t run away from the fact that itââ?¬â?¢s going to be a vitally important match for both teams in the quest to win a championship. ââ?¬Å?But I donââ?¬â?¢t think we can disregard the others teams. The three remaining matches we have will be extremely tough. ââ?¬Å?But, if you have thoughts of winning the championship, then youââ?¬â?¢d want to win this game. ââ?¬Å?I find it difficult to separate one Old Firm game from another. You always have that bit of tension and nervousness before all the derby games. ââ?¬Å?It is the same every season and the intensity increases as the season goes on. ââ?¬Å?If you are asking me if this one is any more important than any other, Iââ?¬â?¢d have to say no. ââ?¬Å?But it IS a vitally important game for both clubs.ââ?¬Â Smith insisted heââ?¬â?¢s NOT worried by Tom Murphyââ?¬â?¢s appointment as a linesman tomorrow. He clashed with Murphy after a draw at Motherwell earlier this season, but Smith said: ââ?¬Å?Yes, it is an interesting decision, but I have no problem with him officiating the game. None at all. ââ?¬Å?I said what I said after the Motherwell game. He has since officiated other games for us so I donââ?¬â?¢t have any problem with him officiating this one.ââ?¬Â But the Gers gaffer IS annoyed that Gers must play two games in less than 70 hours next week. They face Hibs on Wednesday night and Aberdeen on Saturday lunchtime while Celts have FIVE DAYS between their games. Advertisement SunSport first revealed Gers were unhappy with the timings back on April 21 and Smith confirmed: ââ?¬Å?I felt it was unfair of them to ask us to play two games within two days when it was not necessary, especially after what happened to us last season. ââ?¬Å?That aspect of the split is an unfair one from our point of view and we have expressed our concern.ââ?¬Â Smith threw open the gates of Murray Park to allow Gough, now 47, to train with the first-team yesterday. He said: ââ?¬Å?Richard is the same as before ââ?¬â? fit but hopeless. But, seriously, he is in good nick and it was good to see him.ââ?¬Â Gough was joined by another ex-Gers captain, Barry Ferguson, for a full session. Fergie was returning from his calf injury but wonââ?¬â?¢t be considered for the crucial lunchtime clash with SPL leaders Celts. And Gers are also sweating over crocked left-back Sasa Papac as he battles knee ligament problems. Smith said: ââ?¬Å?We have a doubt over Sasa for Saturday. ââ?¬Å?He has strained ligaments on the outside of a knee. ââ?¬Å?It is causing him a problem, especially when he turns. ââ?¬Å?We are keen to have him and there is still a possibility we will have him. ââ?¬Å?But if he misses Saturday, he will be fit for the next week. ââ?¬Å?Barry is progressing but needs a few more daysââ?¬â?¢ training before he is up to match fitness. ââ?¬Å?I would hope that would be in the next few days. ââ?¬Å?Hopefully once Barry comes back that will be him fit and he would be fit for us in the remaining games of the season.ââ?¬Â Meanwhile, Kirk Broadfoot hopes to find a cure for his foot problem after visiting a specialist yesterday. Smith said: ââ?¬Å?Kirk is seeing a specialist in London. Heââ?¬â?¢s had a bit of trouble with his foot and hopefully he can find a solution to the problem. ââ?¬Å?He is now pain-free, except when he kicks a ball, which is a problem for a footballer!ââ?¬Â http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/spl/article2417724.ece

All I was trying to say, I think , is that we are a weak team and he is a thug,the same as Broon,so them losing a bit of dig should/could help us

Come to think of it, Whittakers defending is not that great

Without trying to sound like I'm sticking up for Dailly here, I agree McGeady is way over rated and I don't think Dailly would be that bad against him tbh, I think he would just sit and defend rather than trying to race up the wing and leaving space for McGeady to exploit and if he did that I wouldn't be too worried about him facing McGeady,IMO

I hope the fans destroy Borat again as happened against Northern Ireland [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q30RTLpEao&feature=related]YouTube - NORTHERN IRELAND V POLAND 28/03/09[/ame]

Will McGeady up against Dailly be that much worse than McGeady up against Broadfoot ?

Whittaker LB, Dailly RB

Maybe WS will just drop Stevie Smith to LB ?, and leave Whittaker @ RB ?, which would then leave the LM position to..........Lafferty,McCulloch,Fleck,Novo ?????

RANGERS' stars of the future will be looking to enjoy Old Firm success when they take on rivals Celtic in the Glasgow Cup final at Broadwood Stadium on May 11. The Light Blues beat Queens Park 5-0 to reach this year's final and will be hoping to get their name back on the famous trophy after losing out to the young Celts in 2008. Glasgow CupJim Sinclair will be in charge of the under-17 side on the night along with coach Alan Kernaghan and the club's youth supremo is looking for his teenage stars to put on a good show. Sinclair said: "The final will give our fans a chance to come along and see our talented young players in action. "Old Firm fixtures at any level always create a bit of excitement and our boys will be desperate to get their hands on the trophy after losing to Celtic last year. "It should be a terrific game and hopefully supporters will come along to Broadwood to support the team as they don't always get the opportunity to play in front of reasonable crowds. "It's a big occasion not only because it is game between Rangers and Celtic but because it's the final of a competition that has been in Scottish football for a long time. "Like Celtic we will be looking to get our hands on the trophy and I am sure our players will be up for the challenge." Glasgow's senior clubs Clyde, Partick Thistle, Queens Park, Rangers and Celtic have competed for the Cup on an annual basis since 1887 although there have been periods in history when the competition was put on hold. Up until 1986 it was effectively deemed a first-team tournament with clubs putting out full strength starting elevens and massive crowds attending the games. In the 20s and 30s it was not unusual for 90,000 fans to turn out for Old Firm clashes. broadwood stadium home of clyde And as recently as 1986 a crowd of 40,000 saw Rangers take the trophy with a 3-2 final win over Celtic courtesy of an Ally McCoist hat-trick. This gave Graeme Souness his first trophy only days after he was announced as the new Rangers manager. glasgow cup 2_160The Ibrox club retained the trophy the following season but the Cup was abandoned in 1988 and relaunched as a youth competition in 2008. Rangers have lifted the tournament on 44 occasions, more than any other Scottish club, but Sinclair hopes his young under-17 team can once again bring the trophy back to Ibrox. He added: "At this moment we have young boys at under-17 level who play in games that are titled non-competitive so the Glasgow Cup is a great vehicle for their education. "A few of our under-17 players including Darren Cole, Kal Naismith and Gordon Dick, to name just a few, have pushed up in to our under-19 team regularly this season and they will have benefited from that. "In last year's final we also saw boys such as Danny Wilson and Jamie Ness involved and this they have now been on the bench for the first-team. "So the Glasgow Cup is a good chance for fans to see the players coming through the ranks in action and the final against Celtic is one we are all looking forward to." The final will kick-off at 7.30pm at Broadwood on May 11. Tickets are priced at �£5 for adults, children under 16/OAPs admitted free of charge.

Any of these clowns out injured is good,personally I think I'd rather he was out as he is capable of bullying our players so I do think this will help us, Loovens is shite

STEPHEN McMANUS is OUT of the Old Firm title crunch at Ibrox. And he will know within the next 48 hours if his campaign is OVER. SunSport can reveal the crocked Celtic captain is in Leeds to get a definitive verdict on his damaged knee. It is likely to lead to the 26-year-old going under the knife and being sidelined until pre-season at the earliest. Glenn Loovens will get the nod to start against Rangers, who are just a point behind four-in-a-row chasing Celtic, with only four games to play. McManus was forced off after 50 minutes of the 3-1 win at Aberdeen. It�s believed the stopper has been training and playing through the pain of ankle and knee problems for a month. The Scotland ace had to come off at half-time against Hearts on April 11 after struggling with his damaged ankle. It earned him a rebuke from manager Gordon Strachan and a demand for more honesty about his fitness. Strach then revealed after the victory over the Dons that McManus had made his vulnerable knee worse by over-compensating. It had been hoped a two-week break before Aberdeen, including a trip to La Manga, would be the key for recovery. But it made little difference. Scotland boss George Burley will also be anxious to hear the injury bulletin on the big defender. The next World Cup qualifier is in Norway on August 12 � and McManus is one of Burley�s first picks. http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/spl/article2416101.ece

There is only one Goalie, Goram easy

Barca through then

Scotland turned in an encouraging display to earn a B international victory at a rain-lashed Broadwood. Rangers defender Andy Webster opened the scoring on 47 minutes, slamming the ball home after his header had been blocked by keeper Jonathan Tuffy. Scotland's David Marshall made saves to deny Andy Little and Oliver Norwood. The lively George Boyd then smacked in a wonderful strike from 20 yards and set up Leigh Griffiths to slip home the third goal with five minutes left.

Don't think it matters how many goals Boyd scores, there are still some fans who just don't appreciate what he has done, and won't until he has gone...........hope you're right though