Generic Sevco / Rangers meltdown thread

[Carheenlea]

Club Statement

“EVERYONE associated with Rangers Football Club will undoubtedly have enjoyed the last fortnight, with the men’s first-team producing some memorable results at home and abroad.

Contributing enormously to these occasions has been the backing of the Rangers supporters, with the world once again taking note of the phenomenal passion the club’s fans bring to these big occasions.
It is, however, deeply saddening and frankly embarrassing that the club is now set to face significant sanctions for the actions of a very small minority.
Firstly, the club has been charged by UEFA after a handful of supporters displayed what UEFA describe as a “racist and/or discriminatory banner” at last Thursday’s Ibrox meeting with Fenerbahce.
Rangers is a modern, progressive football club, and we are fiercely proud of our diverse playing squads, workforce and support. For the club to be charged with such a matter in 2025 is shameful, and the disdain for those responsible will be shared by the overwhelming majority of our supporters.
This charge will bring consequences for the club, while the club is also working to identify those responsible and will ensure they also face consequences.
For the avoidance of doubt, if you do not believe in 2025 that absolutely everyone is welcome to follow Rangers whether at Ibrox or away, then Rangers is not the club for you, and you should disassociate yourself with the club immediately.
Further, the club has also been charged by UEFA for the throwing of objects at the home match with Fenerbahce.
This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches, but across stadia in Scotland. Indeed, our players and staff were targeted with missiles at Parkhead on Sunday.
Focusing on Ibrox, however, there was a widely-reported incident in the January Old Firm game, whilst at the recent game with Motherwell, one of our own supporters was hit and injured by an object thrown towards the away end. And now, the club faces a sanction for the actions of an individual last Thursday night.
This senseless and criminal behaviour has no place in sport, nor in society. Again, if you think such behaviour is acceptable, you are not welcome at Rangers matches.
The club will also face a UEFA sanction for the blocking of passageways at the Fenerbahce match. Supporters are urged to follow the advice of stewards and police at all matches, and to take their own seat to avoid this issue occurring again.
Lastly, and despite clear warnings to the contrary, pyrotechnics were used by two individuals following Sunday’s Old Firm victory at Parkhead.
This runs the risk of an additional 800 of our supporters being unable to attend a match in the latter stages of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden, in addition to the 500 that will already miss out as a result of the use of pyrotechnics.
All of the above behaviours will have consequences for the club, and either directly or indirectly, the club’s supporters.
Rangers as a club will stand alongside our supporters, and advocate for their rights and their ability to support the team in the most passionate ways possible within the confines of the law and the appropriate regulations.
However, the club also calls on all reasonable supporters to wholeheartedly reject any behaviour which brings the name of Rangers into disrepute, and to assist the club by challenging any issues which will lead to the club being punished further by the relevant authorities.”

[JimBHibees]

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Club Statement

“EVERYONE associated with Rangers Football Club will undoubtedly have enjoyed the last fortnight, with the men’s first-team producing some memorable results at home and abroad.

Contributing enormously to these occasions has been the backing of the Rangers supporters, with the world once again taking note of the phenomenal passion the club’s fans bring to these big occasions.
It is, however, deeply saddening and frankly embarrassing that the club is now set to face significant sanctions for the actions of a very small minority.
Firstly, the club has been charged by UEFA after a handful of supporters displayed what UEFA describe as a “racist and/or discriminatory banner” at last Thursday’s Ibrox meeting with Fenerbahce.
Rangers is a modern, progressive football club, and we are fiercely proud of our diverse playing squads, workforce and support. For the club to be charged with such a matter in 2025 is shameful, and the disdain for those responsible will be shared by the overwhelming majority of our supporters.
This charge will bring consequences for the club, while the club is also working to identify those responsible and will ensure they also face consequences.
For the avoidance of doubt, if you do not believe in 2025 that absolutely everyone is welcome to follow Rangers whether at Ibrox or away, then Rangers is not the club for you, and you should disassociate yourself with the club immediately.
Further, the club has also been charged by UEFA for the throwing of objects at the home match with Fenerbahce.
This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches, but across stadia in Scotland. Indeed, our players and staff were targeted with missiles at Parkhead on Sunday.
Focusing on Ibrox, however, there was a widely-reported incident in the January Old Firm game, whilst at the recent game with Motherwell, one of our own supporters was hit and injured by an object thrown towards the away end. And now, the club faces a sanction for the actions of an individual last Thursday night.
This senseless and criminal behaviour has no place in sport, nor in society. Again, if you think such behaviour is acceptable, you are not welcome at Rangers matches.
The club will also face a UEFA sanction for the blocking of passageways at the Fenerbahce match. Supporters are urged to follow the advice of stewards and police at all matches, and to take their own seat to avoid this issue occurring again.
Lastly, and despite clear warnings to the contrary, pyrotechnics were used by two individuals following Sunday’s Old Firm victory at Parkhead.
This runs the risk of an additional 800 of our supporters being unable to attend a match in the latter stages of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden, in addition to the 500 that will already miss out as a result of the use of pyrotechnics.
All of the above behaviours will have consequences for the club, and either directly or indirectly, the club’s supporters.
Rangers as a club will stand alongside our supporters, and advocate for their rights and their ability to support the team in the most passionate ways possible within the confines of the law and the appropriate regulations.
However, the club also calls on all reasonable supporters to wholeheartedly reject any behaviour which brings the name of Rangers into disrepute, and to assist the club by challenging any issues which will lead to the club being punished further by the relevant authorities.”

A long but pretty decent statement imo. What was the fenerbache racist sign?

[Moulin Yarns]

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A long but pretty decent statement imo. What was the fenerbache racist sign?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c89y399pl07o

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[JohnM1875]

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Club Statement

“EVERYONE associated with Rangers Football Club will undoubtedly have enjoyed the last fortnight, with the men’s first-team producing some memorable results at home and abroad.

Contributing enormously to these occasions has been the backing of the Rangers supporters, with the world once again taking note of the phenomenal passion the club’s fans bring to these big occasions.
It is, however, deeply saddening and frankly embarrassing that the club is now set to face significant sanctions for the actions of a very small minority.
Firstly, the club has been charged by UEFA after a handful of supporters displayed what UEFA describe as a “racist and/or discriminatory banner” at last Thursday’s Ibrox meeting with Fenerbahce.
Rangers is a modern, progressive football club, and we are fiercely proud of our diverse playing squads, workforce and support. For the club to be charged with such a matter in 2025 is shameful, and the disdain for those responsible will be shared by the overwhelming majority of our supporters.
This charge will bring consequences for the club, while the club is also working to identify those responsible and will ensure they also face consequences.
For the avoidance of doubt, if you do not believe in 2025 that absolutely everyone is welcome to follow Rangers whether at Ibrox or away, then Rangers is not the club for you, and you should disassociate yourself with the club immediately.
Further, the club has also been charged by UEFA for the throwing of objects at the home match with Fenerbahce.
This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches, but across stadia in Scotland. Indeed, our players and staff were targeted with missiles at Parkhead on Sunday.
Focusing on Ibrox, however, there was a widely-reported incident in the January Old Firm game, whilst at the recent game with Motherwell, one of our own supporters was hit and injured by an object thrown towards the away end. And now, the club faces a sanction for the actions of an individual last Thursday night.
This senseless and criminal behaviour has no place in sport, nor in society. Again, if you think such behaviour is acceptable, you are not welcome at Rangers matches.
The club will also face a UEFA sanction for the blocking of passageways at the Fenerbahce match. Supporters are urged to follow the advice of stewards and police at all matches, and to take their own seat to avoid this issue occurring again.
Lastly, and despite clear warnings to the contrary, pyrotechnics were used by two individuals following Sunday’s Old Firm victory at Parkhead.
This runs the risk of an additional 800 of our supporters being unable to attend a match in the latter stages of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden, in addition to the 500 that will already miss out as a result of the use of pyrotechnics.
All of the above behaviours will have consequences for the club, and either directly or indirectly, the club’s supporters.
Rangers as a club will stand alongside our supporters, and advocate for their rights and their ability to support the team in the most passionate ways possible within the confines of the law and the appropriate regulations.
However, the club also calls on all reasonable supporters to wholeheartedly reject any behaviour which brings the name of Rangers into disrepute, and to assist the club by challenging any issues which will lead to the club being punished further by the relevant authorities.”

Brilliant statement and fair play to them for it.

[Joe6-2]

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c89y399pl07o

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Club says a handful of fans, a very small minority !

[The Spaceman]

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Club Statement

“EVERYONE associated with Rangers Football Club will undoubtedly have enjoyed the last fortnight, with the men’s first-team producing some memorable results at home and abroad.

Contributing enormously to these occasions has been the backing of the Rangers supporters, with the world once again taking note of the phenomenal passion the club’s fans bring to these big occasions.
It is, however, deeply saddening and frankly embarrassing that the club is now set to face significant sanctions for the actions of a very small minority.
Firstly, the club has been charged by UEFA after a handful of supporters displayed what UEFA describe as a “racist and/or discriminatory banner” at last Thursday’s Ibrox meeting with Fenerbahce.
Rangers is a modern, progressive football club, and we are fiercely proud of our diverse playing squads, workforce and support. For the club to be charged with such a matter in 2025 is shameful, and the disdain for those responsible will be shared by the overwhelming majority of our supporters.
This charge will bring consequences for the club, while the club is also working to identify those responsible and will ensure they also face consequences.
For the avoidance of doubt, if you do not believe in 2025 that absolutely everyone is welcome to follow Rangers whether at Ibrox or away, then Rangers is not the club for you, and you should disassociate yourself with the club immediately.
Further, the club has also been charged by UEFA for the throwing of objects at the home match with Fenerbahce.
This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches, but across stadia in Scotland. Indeed, our players and staff were targeted with missiles at Parkhead on Sunday.
Focusing on Ibrox, however, there was a widely-reported incident in the January Old Firm game, whilst at the recent game with Motherwell, one of our own supporters was hit and injured by an object thrown towards the away end. And now, the club faces a sanction for the actions of an individual last Thursday night.
This senseless and criminal behaviour has no place in sport, nor in society. Again, if you think such behaviour is acceptable, you are not welcome at Rangers matches.
The club will also face a UEFA sanction for the blocking of passageways at the Fenerbahce match. Supporters are urged to follow the advice of stewards and police at all matches, and to take their own seat to avoid this issue occurring again.
Lastly, and despite clear warnings to the contrary, pyrotechnics were used by two individuals following Sunday’s Old Firm victory at Parkhead.
This runs the risk of an additional 800 of our supporters being unable to attend a match in the latter stages of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden, in addition to the 500 that will already miss out as a result of the use of pyrotechnics.
All of the above behaviours will have consequences for the club, and either directly or indirectly, the club’s supporters.
Rangers as a club will stand alongside our supporters, and advocate for their rights and their ability to support the team in the most passionate ways possible within the confines of the law and the appropriate regulations.
However, the club also calls on all reasonable supporters to wholeheartedly reject any behaviour which brings the name of Rangers into disrepute, and to assist the club by challenging any issues which will lead to the club being punished further by the relevant authorities.”

When will they state they defend Catholics and all other religious and non-religious faiths, seeing how open they apparently are?

[TrinityHFC]

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Brilliant statement and fair play to them for it.

They only worry about this when forced to by UEFA. Last season there was a club facilitated full stand tifo with the image of Bill the Butcher with the words 'surrender or you'll die' on it.

Very surprised UEFA didn't pick up on it but Rangers were very happy to have that set up and displayed.

Their words don't mean much when they pick and choose when to speak out - largely when they are concerned about UEFA repercussions.

[Thatdayinmay16]

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c89y399pl07o

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Is this the actual banner in question as the article mentions "As well as this tifo, Rangers fans displayed another banner at Ibrox."

So I imagine the banner in question is worse than what we see on said article.

[CropleyWasGod]

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Is this the actual banner in question as the article mentions "As well as this tifo, Rangers fans displayed another banner at Ibrox."

So I imagine the banner in question is worse than what we see on said article.

https://www.theguardian.com/football...ns-uefa-charge

[Bostonhibby]

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They only worry about this when forced to by UEFA. Last season there was a club facilitated full stand tifo with the image of Bill the Butcher with the words 'surrender or you'll die' on it.

Very surprised UEFA didn't pick up on it but Rangers were very happy to have that set up and displayed.

Their words don't mean much when they pick and choose when to speak out - largely when they are concerned about UEFA repercussions.

No UEFA involvement, no statement. They are between a rock and a hard place due to UEFA doing what the Scottish authorities daren't. UEFA are not slow to increase penalties either.

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[Keith_M]

Their statement is a PR exercise that they were forced into because UEFA actually apply rules on unacceptable behaviour.

The wording was misleading as regards the views of their club and the overall fanbase.

Also, they always try to downplay the numbers involved and create a false narrative of the majority of their fans being so open minded and disapproving of the behaviour/attitudes of an alleged 'minority'.

[gbhibby]

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Club Statement

“EVERYONE associated with Rangers Football Club will undoubtedly have enjoyed the last fortnight, with the men’s first-team producing some memorable results at home and abroad.

Contributing enormously to these occasions has been the backing of the Rangers supporters, with the world once again taking note of the phenomenal passion the club’s fans bring to these big occasions.
It is, however, deeply saddening and frankly embarrassing that the club is now set to face significant sanctions for the actions of a very small minority.
Firstly, the club has been charged by UEFA after a handful of supporters displayed what UEFA describe as a “racist and/or discriminatory banner” at last Thursday’s Ibrox meeting with Fenerbahce.
Rangers is a modern, progressive football club, and we are fiercely proud of our diverse playing squads, workforce and support. For the club to be charged with such a matter in 2025 is shameful, and the disdain for those responsible will be shared by the overwhelming majority of our supporters.
This charge will bring consequences for the club, while the club is also working to identify those responsible and will ensure they also face consequences.
For the avoidance of doubt, if you do not believe in 2025 that absolutely everyone is welcome to follow Rangers whether at Ibrox or away, then Rangers is not the club for you, and you should disassociate yourself with the club immediately.
Further, the club has also been charged by UEFA for the throwing of objects at the home match with Fenerbahce.
This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches, but across stadia in Scotland. Indeed, our players and staff were targeted with missiles at Parkhead on Sunday.
Focusing on Ibrox, however, there was a widely-reported incident in the January Old Firm game, whilst at the recent game with Motherwell, one of our own supporters was hit and injured by an object thrown towards the away end. And now, the club faces a sanction for the actions of an individual last Thursday night.
This senseless and criminal behaviour has no place in sport, nor in society. Again, if you think such behaviour is acceptable, you are not welcome at Rangers matches.
The club will also face a UEFA sanction for the blocking of passageways at the Fenerbahce match. Supporters are urged to follow the advice of stewards and police at all matches, and to take their own seat to avoid this issue occurring again.
Lastly, and despite clear warnings to the contrary, pyrotechnics were used by two individuals following Sunday’s Old Firm victory at Parkhead.
This runs the risk of an additional 800 of our supporters being unable to attend a match in the latter stages of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden, in addition to the 500 that will already miss out as a result of the use of pyrotechnics.
All of the above behaviours will have consequences for the club, and either directly or indirectly, the club’s supporters.
Rangers as a club will stand alongside our supporters, and advocate for their rights and their ability to support the team in the most passionate ways possible within the confines of the law and the appropriate regulations.
However, the club also calls on all reasonable supporters to wholeheartedly reject any behaviour which brings the name of Rangers into disrepute, and to assist the club by challenging any issues which will lead to the club being punished further by the relevant authorities.”

You're no the Pepul

[Hibs4185]

Ps the fine will be around £10,000 for which we willl need to issue a further 10,000,0000 shares

[Carheenlea]

It’s there to pick holes at of course, but in this instance I think Rangers deserve credit for a strongly worded statement. The tone and some of the wording used suggests they are genuinely angry at a section of their support and they’re not trying to defend them in any way.

[Lendo]

Make Rangers Staunch Again.


"Open Letter to the Directors of Rangers Football Club


Subject: The Importance of True Inclusivity at Rangers Football Club


Dear Directors of Rangers Football Club,

As a proud and devoted supporter of this great institution, I feel compelled to share my concerns regarding an issue that has been weighing heavily on many of us within the Rangers community. The club’s motto, “Everyone and Anyone,” has long been a cornerstone of the Rangers identity. However, in recent years, it has become increasingly clear that this motto does not seem to apply to a significant portion of the club’s supporters—those who align with Christian and Protestant values.


Rangers Football Club has become a platform for promoting the values of various minority groups, such as the LGBT+ community, across social media and other channels. While some people want to celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment for all, it feels as though the majority group, those who share traditional Christian and Protestant beliefs, has been left out or, worse, sidelined.

Examples of this is when the club design and the release an orange strip. This kit, which has zero involvement in the club colours is only produced for one reason only. Finance. Why you ask? The Orange colour, associated historically with the Protestant community, seemed to be more of a financial decision rather than a meaningful tribute to the heritage and identity of a large section of the Rangers fanbase which for financial gain but show contempt for the very organisation you expolit.


This issue extends beyond just merchandise. In the 1980s, church rallies and Christian celebrations were once part of the fabric of this club. They represented the values that many supporters hold dear. Yet, these traditions were gradually removed, and the Christian ethos was pushed to the margins of the Rangers experience. Today, the very organization that represents those values, the Orange Order, Church of Scotland etc is often vilified or ignored—while the club’s commercial decisions seem to be more in tune with the values of other minority groups.

It is with this in mind that I urge you, the directors of Rangers Football Club, to revisit your commitment to the motto “Everyone and Anyone.” The essence of this motto should apply to all supporters, not just to those whose views or identities align with current trends or political ideologies. It is essential for the club to embrace inclusivity that goes beyond selective promotion of certain groups. We must all be included, not just a few.

This is not a call to diminish or silence the voices of minority groups, but rather to ensure that the club remains a place where all supporters, regardless of their faith or background, feel equally valued. It is crucial that Rangers maintains its identity as a football club for everyone and anyone, staying true to the spirit of its loyal supporters—many of whom have deep-rooted Christian values and connections to the Protestant tradition.

Therefore, I respectfully ask you to reconsider the current trajectory and review how the club can be more inclusive of all groups, including those who hold Christian and Protestant values. If Rangers truly wants to embrace its motto, then it must act in a manner that respects and represents the full spectrum of its supporters.


If this cannot be done, I ask you to keep politics and ideologies out of the football club entirely, ensuring that it remains a place for the enjoyment of sport and the shared passion of its fans—regardless of their background or beliefs.


We will not back down or shy away from these values."

[Joe6-2]

I wondered what the Ramadan thing was all about at ipox the other day, now I know, getting ahead of this coming out and showing how open they are to everyone

[Lendo]

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I wondered what the Ramadan thing was all about at ipox the other day, now I know, getting ahead of this coming out and showing how open they are to everyone

I had assumed the banner was in response to that event.

[Joe6-2]

I wondered why they had a Ramadan celebration thing at ipox, assume knew this was on the horizon and preempted by showing how open they are

[Lago]

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It’s there to pick holes at of course, but in this instance I think Rangers deserve credit for a strongly worded statement. The tone and some of the wording used suggests they are genuinely angry at a section of their support and they’re not trying to defend them in any way.

Agree

[Lendo]

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In that case let the Orange Order celebrate the 12th of July in their lodges and homes and keep it off the streets.

They really don’t do irony.

[Jim44]

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Brilliant statement and fair play to them for it.

Nothing brilliant about these hypocritical barstewards. Empty words. Deep down the club loves their bigoted view of football and, indeed, depend on it for their ‘raisin d’etre’. Their empty words are purely designed to keep the authorities off their backs ………… not really necessary as the authorities are totally behind the rancid club.

[plhibs]

What is the Premier Sports Cup they mention?

[ian cruise]

What does the all this and the potential buy in from 49s mean for regular folk with shares to sell?

We've got some I inherited from my dad after he passed. Obviously getting rid of them would be ideal.

[CropleyWasGod]

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What does the all this and the potential buy in from 49s mean for regular folk with shares to sell?

We've got some I inherited from my dad after he passed. Obviously getting rid of them would be ideal.

You should probably write to the Company Secretary. Yours will be a common situation.

Graham Horsman is his name.

[ian cruise]

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You should probably write to the Company Secretary. Yours will be a common situation.

Graham Horsman is his name.

Thanks, we'll give it a go.

[McD]

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What is the Premier Sports Cup they mention?

The current name for the league cup.


Rangers, Celtic and Motherwell have all been told they will each have a number of tickets withheld if the make it back to a semi final (500 I think), due to pyro at hampden there this season in the competition

[plhibs]

Ah thanks I never realized this (always been the league cup to me). They should have done something about it this season but it’s Scottish Football, no surprise it involves the a*** cheeks.

[SJNB Hibby]

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Their statement is a PR exercise that they were forced into because UEFA actually apply rules on unacceptable behaviour.

The wording was misleading as regards the views of their club and the overall fanbase.

Also, they always try to downplay the numbers involved and create a false narrative of the majority of their fans being so open minded and disapproving of the behaviour/attitudes of an alleged 'minority'.

I love this bit "Rangers is a modern, progressive football club"

[gbhibby]

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I love this bit "Rangers is a modern, progressive football club"

Founded in 2012.

[Jones28]

Rangers Football Club has become a platform for promoting the values of various minority groups, such as the LGBT+ community, across social media and other channels. While some people want to celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment for all, it feels as though the majority group, those who share traditional Christian and Protestant beliefs, has been left out or, worse, sidelined.

Examples of this is when the club design and the release an orange strip. This kit, which has zero involvement in the club colours is only produced for one reason only. Finance. Why you ask? The Orange colour, associated historically with the Protestant community, seemed to be more of a financial decision rather than a meaningful tribute to the heritage and identity of a large section of the Rangers fanbase which for financial gain but show contempt for the very organisation you expolit.

This is hilarious. "You's are pyoor exploitin wiz coz youz know how much we love bein' pyoor staunch n aw that"

But Billy Dodds and Derek Ferguson said it was to celebrate Dutch footballers?

So which is it lads? Staunchness, or a celebration of Dutch players?