Rangers fire head coach Martin following 17 games.
Russell Martin has been sacked as Rangers head coach after 17 games, as the club declared "although transition phases demand patience, results have not met expectations".
The 39-year-old's final game was the 1-1 draw at Falkirk on Sunday, subsequently necessitating security protection to leave the stadium when supporters attempted to halt the team coach from departing.
Martin had faced mounting criticism and opposition from Ibrox supporters following an underwhelming beginning to the term.
It took Rangers until late September to achieve their initial league win, while the team suffered a devastating 9-1 combined loss against Club Brugge during Champions League qualification during August.
The announcement stressed that transition periods require patience, but ultimately results should reach anticipated levels.
Essential Details
- Russell Martin's tenure lasted 17 matches
- Concluding game ended 1-1
- Law enforcement intervention post-match
- Underwhelming term beginning
- Late September first league victory
- Significant continental loss versus Club Brugge
What's Next
The hunt commences for a new head coach to lead Rangers onward as the football side aims to rebuild their season while reestablishing successful performances.
