Rangers ‘to face expulsion’ after drastic SFA news straight from Hampden Park
Rangers supporters caused uproar in Europe and the Scottish Premiership last season after several controversial moments.
The most high-profile was a banner showing former Rangers player and manager Graeme Souness aiming a gun at Celtic supporters with some choice words underneath.
Rangers condemned the tifo created by the Union Bears as well as the bottle throwing that occurred in the Old Firm derby, with UEFA also sending numerous warnings over pyrotechnics.
Now, the Ibrox club could face drastic action if they are to embark on similar acts during the 2025/26 Scottish season.
Rangers sanctions laid out by Scottish FA
Rangers may be making strides off the pitch amid Russell Martin’s appointment, but their supporters will have to amend their future behaviour.
UEFA hit the Glasgow outfit with a string of sanctions in the Spring following their Europa League last-16 victory over Fenerbahce.
A suspended partial stadium closure, as well as fines totaling £40,400, were handed to the Gers as their win came at a cost.
| UEFA sanctions handed to Rangers following Fenerbache tie |
| Suspended partial stadium closure and £40,400 worth of fines |
Now, the Scottish Football Association have laid bare their punishment plans for Scottish clubs moving forward.
After their AGM at Hampden Park (12 June), the governing body has agreed with clubs to an increase in powers against those whose supporters disrupt games by using flares.
They state that punishments could range from increased fines to ticket allocation restrictions, with the ultimate sanction of expulsion from the national cup competition.
Seeing as UEFA fined Rangers multiple times for using pyrotechnics last season, this news presents an issue for the Scottish giants.
Some Rangers supporters must change amid Scottish FA news
Of course, it would be unfair to say Rangers supporters need to change their ways, given that it is a minority.
However, the Glasgow club have a worrying recent past with crowd trouble, which could hurt their beloved team.
This is a key time in the Gers’ history, with money being invested and a young manager with high aspirations.
If Rangers are to be a success, then they must come together and make a collective change at Ibrox.
While football supporters should be allowed to express themselves, there is a line, and if Rangers cross it next season, then the punishments could be as severe as expulsion.