Rangers: Martin Keown fumes as Dundee development emerges
Martin Keown has fired shots at Dundee after the Rangers fixture had to be postponed for the second time due to a poor pitch.
There are now talks ongoing with three other SPFL clubs to play host to the game if Dens Park is unable to host the rescheduled fixture.
There are calls made for Dundee to get their act together with the SPFL set to conduct a hearing and potentially hand out fines.
Speaking on talkSPORT, Keown said (12 April, 11:12am): “It’s ridiculous. There are suggestions about climate change. It’s embarrassing. I don’t think they’ve got a planning application in either. Get it sorted.”
Dundee have to take the blame for this farce
Dundee’s failure to maintain their pitch adequately resulted in the match being postponed twice due to a waterlogged pitch.
This has not only caused inconvenience for Rangers but also raises questions about Dundee’s ability to host top-tier matches.
The fact that there are ongoing talks with three other SPFL clubs to potentially host the rescheduled fixture further indicates that the issue lies squarely with their pitch management.
The club’s inability to provide a suitable playing surface undermines the integrity of the Scottish Premiership and could potentially impact Dundee’s standing within the league.
Moreover, the suggestion of fines by the SPFL underscores the severity of the situation and the need for Dundee to address the pitch issues promptly.
Their failure to take necessary steps to ensure a playable pitch reflects poorly on its management and could have financial implications if the SPFL decides to impose penalties.
In other Rangers news, a Leeds-born striker has confirmed that he wants to move to Ibrox and is available on a free transfer this summer.
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