(nhc) Shirley defending him!!!

[Fuzzywuzzy]

RANGERS stopper Rob Kiernan needed security protection at Ibrox on Saturday after coming under attack from a bitter mob of fans.

SunSport understands Kiernan — left out of Mark Warburton’s 18-man squad for the 1-1 draw against Ross County — was left shaken by the level of verbal abuse aimed at him from a number of supporters still angry over the midweek 4-1 hammering by Hearts.

Rob Kiernan
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Rob Kiernan was left out Warbs’ 18-man squad for Ross County clash
Sources revealed he was targeted as he made his way to the players lounge at half-time.

It’s believed several stewards had to intervene to prevent the flashpoint escalating.

The defender was left out against the Staggies with Philippe Senderos coming in for only a third start of the season.

It’s expected Warburton will speak to the 26-year-old about the incident when the squad returns to training at Auchenhowie.

Mark Warburton
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Warburton watches on as his side draw 1-1 at Ibrox with the Staggies
Kiernan — who cost a modest six-figure sum from Wigan in 2015 — signed a contract extension last July.

The ex-Kilmarnock loanee, who once worked with Warburton at Watford, has made 71 appearances for Gers.

It’s unclear yet if the scenes have made him reconsider his future.

[wookie70]

Presumably we will see the photos of those that assaulted him in the papers for the next 6 months or so.

[Bostonhibby]

Looking forward to seeing the outcome of police Glasgow enquiry into this one.

They could always rely on the exuberance defence or say that they were the the rangers fans protecting their players from west of Scotland or Scottish cup supporters

[BH Hibs]

#prayforrob.

[Bostonhibby]

Have they attacked the guy who signed him and does tactics and team selection yet?

[SirDavidsNapper]

But they are the people... they would never assault a fellow bear. Especially hard as nails ones who like a shout at the opposition in the tunnel. Hibs will pay for this, pretending to be loyal bears and attacking poor Rob. Let's just hope Keith Jackson doesn't find out.

[The Green Goblin]

Kiernan must have goaded them and verbally assaulted them. Clearly. It´s not those poor fans´ fault.

[21.05.2016]

Surely not. The rangers fans are heroes who show "great restraint". Must have been those big bad hibs fans again

[Salt N Sauzee]

wait until Keith Jackson hears about this. Tomorrows spread - ALL ELEVEN PLAYERS ATTACKED

[McSwanky]

Apparently Lee Wallace grassed him up to the fans.

[monarch]

Wonder if his caps for the Republic of Ireland under 21s contributed to the supporters' actions ?

[Elephant Stone]

Still all about Rangers, Rob?

[silverhibee]

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But they are the people... they would never assault a fellow bear. Especially hard as nails ones who like a shout at the opposition in the tunnel. Hibs will pay for this, pretending to be loyal bears and attacking poor Rob. Let's just hope Keith Jackson doesn't find out.

Old one, but funny.

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Old one, but funny.

The Cosgrove vs Traynor that follows is really good.