Rangers plunged to a new low on a night of anger and disillusionment at Ibrox as banners of protest, boardroom tension, and fan unrest combined to expose the growing cracks at every level of the club.
The 2ā0 defeat to Roma was more than just another European setback ā it was a vivid reflection of the turmoil engulfing the Glasgow giants. As Italian class and composure met Scottish frustration and frailty, the discontent among supporters became impossible to ignore.
Large sections of the home crowd made their feelings known, unfurling banners aimed squarely at the board and director of football Tim Thelwell, while chants questioning the leadership echoed around the stands. The tension between Thelwell and managing director James Stewart is said to have intensified in recent weeks, with both men under mounting scrutiny from the clubās parent group, whose representatives were visibly uneasy in the directorsā box.
Head coach Danny Rƶhl cut a despondent figure at full-time, admitting that standards had ādropped below what this club demands.ā Yet his tone also hinted at deeper frustrations behind the scenes, with sources suggesting that recent disagreements over recruitment and budget allocations have left him isolated.
This latest result not only leaves Rangers teetering in Europe but also cements an unwanted record ā the longest winless home run in continental competition in the clubās storied history. For a fanbase accustomed to passion and pride, the sight of a subdued Ibrox under floodlights felt symbolic of an institution searching for direction.
With pressure mounting on both the football and executive leadership, the coming weeks could prove defining. Unless unity and clarity of purpose return quickly, Rangers risk drifting further from the standards that once defined them ā both on and off the pitch.
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