GLASGW, Scotland (AP) — Russell Martin was fired as Rangers head coach on Sunday after a 1-1 draw with Falkirk.
I was hired by Rangers just four months ago39-year-old Martin only won one win in seven league games. On horseback police helped Rangers fans escort him out of the Falkirk Stadium parking lot as they let out anger at the outcome.
“The Rangers Football Club has confirmed that they have parted ways with head coach Russell Martin.” Club Statement I said. “All transition periods take time, but the results do not meet the club’s expectations.”
The former managers of MK Dons, Swansea and Southampton secured just five wins in 17 games overall.
The Rangers saw it The fierce Glasgow rival celtic He has scored 55 by drawing out the record distance (both clubs) levels of Scotland’s top flight titles and earning Premierships in 13 of the past 14 seasons. Celtic is currently second in the league.
Sunday’s draw left Ranger, who came in eighth in the 12 team standings, 11 points behind Leader Hearts.
The Rangers confirmed that Martin’s assistant Matt Gill and first-team coach Mike Williamson will also be leaving.
“Russell and his staff have worked very hard throughout their time at the club,” the statement said. “We appreciate their efforts and hope for them well for the future.
“A further update from the club will continue in time.”
Appointing Martin – the British who played international football for Scotland – was a big move at the time after a US-based consortium. San Francisco 49ersI bought it The majority ownership At the club.
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