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Alan Brazil slams 'out of order' incident he saw in Rangers defeat v Genk 

James Kellett

James achieved a Gold Standard NCTJ Qualification from News Associates in 2025. He has freelance experience with PA Media, Warner Bros. and Sportsbeat, and has bylines in the Liverpool Echo and the Daily Mirror. He joined Breaking Media in September 2025 as a Club Writer, writing content for the company's club websites.

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Russell Martin continues to face extreme scrutiny over his position as Rangers manager.

After failing to win any of their opening five league matches, Rangers continued their poor form in the Europa League against Genk.

Former Celtic striker, Oh Hyeon-gyu, was the difference between the two sides as his 55th-minute strike secured the 1-0 win for his team.

The night was only worsened for the hosts as Mohamed Diomande was sent off for Rangers before half-time.

Rangers midfielder Mohamed Diomande warming up
Mohamed Diomande joined Rangers in 2024. (Credit: Imago)

Alan Brazil lambasts Diomande for silly challenge

Russell Martin has faced criticism at Rangers for his style of play, with his side only managing to win one game in all competitions.

Alan Brazil and Ray Parlour discussed Thursday's loss on talkSPORT, and the ex-Scotland international - and noted Celtic fan - was not impressed with Diomande's antics.

He said: "To rub salt in the wounds, Rangers' Mohamed Diomande was sent off for a rash challenge just before half-time.

"I've no problem with that, I've seen the challenge and it was out of order."

The loss against Genk meant Rangers now only have one win from seven games.

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Rangers are yet to win a league game this season. (Credit: Imago)

Martin at the point of no return

Under 38,000 spectators attended Rangers' opening Europa League clash, which left Ibrox looking shockingly dull on a European night.

Between now and 26 October, the Gers have one match out of five at home, with two of the upcoming ties to be played in Europe.

DateOpponentVenue
28 SepLivingstonA
2 OctSK Sturm GrazA
5 OctFalkirkA
18 OctDundee UtdH
23 OctSK BrannA
Rangers' next five fixtures in all competitions

The next five games will seal Russell Martin's future, and based on their current form, as well as the current atmosphere around the club, the road back to stability is extremely difficult.

But Rangers will take some confidence ahead of Sunday's clash with Livingston, as the Glasgow side has only lost twice against their hosts in the Scottish Premier League.

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