Rangers

2024 - 9 - 14

Rangers Drama: A New Chairman, A Happy Win, and Health Concerns!

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From the shock resignation of chairman John Bennett to a nail-biter win against Dundee United, Rangers are making headlines!

In a whirlwind of events at Rangers Football Club, the team prepares for an intense Scottish Premiership clash against Dundee United. Manager Philippe Clement has revealed his starting XI, making three key changes to regain momentum following a disappointing 3-0 loss to arch-rivals Celtic. The atmosphere around Tannadice is electric, as the stakes could not be higher for a Rangers side craving redemption and a return to winning ways. As fans gear up for the match, excitement fills the air – especially with players like Tom Lawrence leading the charge looking to snag an early goal.

However, not all is well behind the scenes for the Gers. The board announced this weekend that chairman John Bennett has stepped down due to health issues, effective immediately. Bennett's resignation sends shockwaves through the club at a critical juncture in their season. His exit marks the end of an era, having contributed a staggering £23 million during his tenure at Ibrox, but worry not – he’s promised not to pull out his financial support as the club needs stability more than ever. Former director John Gilligan will temporarily take the reins as the club searches for a fix to its broken structure.

In the midst of all this change, the match against Dundee United brings a glimmer of hope to fans. Despite the complications surrounding club management, Rangers managed to secure a narrow 1-0 victory thanks to an early strike from Tom Lawrence. The win not only eases tensions but also reaffirms the team's potential as they ascend into the upper echelons of the Premiership table. The spirited performance serves as the perfect antidote to the worries swirling around the club, showcasing resilience even as uncertainty looms.

Interestingly, Ross Graham from Dundee United is feeling particularly motivated by the prospect of a birthday celebration – with hopes riding on his team's performance in front of a home crowd against the beleaguered Rangers. It’s a classic case of turning personal disappointments into game-day energy! As the dust settles at Tannadice, fans can see that while the road may be rocky, there remains a determination spanning the club, providing every reason to keep the faith.

In the grand tapestry of Scottish football, change is the one constant, and for Rangers, it seems to come in waves. Whether it's mounting pressures internally or competitive challenges externally, every era brings its unique stories. This chapter, marked by the departure of John Bennett and the team's fiery spirit on the pitch, is one for the history books! With new leadership on the horizon, the question remains: Can Rangers rise to the occasion and light up Ibrox once more? Only time will tell!

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Team News: Starting XI To Face Dundee United (Rangers Football Club)

PHILIPPE CLEMENT has named his Rangers side for this afternoon's Scottish Premiership clash against Dundee United at Tannadice.

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Club Statement: John Bennett (Rangers Football Club)

The Board of Rangers Football Club today announces Chairman, John Bennett, is stepping down with immediate effect for health reasons.

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'The structure is broken': Boyd reacts to Bennett's Rangers news (The National)

Bennett resigned as chairman of Rangers effective immediately due to health issues, the club announced on Saturday. Bennett, who succeeded Douglas Park in the ...

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Dundee United vs Rangers – LIVE updates (Scottish Daily Record)

It would be remiss to describe a contest on matchday five of the Scottish Premiership season as season-defining, however, the stakes couldn't be higher for ...

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Rangers confirm John Bennett exit as John Gilligan steps in - PLZ ... (PLZ Soccer)

Rangers have confirmed that chairman John Bennett has resigned, citing 'health reasons' for the decision.

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The Rangers birthday party that never was as Dundee United star ... (Scottish Daily Record)

Ross Graham is determined to go one better today and finally be able to celebrate in style when Rangers come calling.

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Rangers team to face Dundee United as Cortes and Dowell earn starts (The Rangers Review)

And Clement has made three changes from the line-up he named against Celtic two weeks ago, with Vaclav Cerny, Rabbi Matondo and Dujon Sterling missing out. Jack ...

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John Bennett: Rangers chairman stands down with "immediate effect" (Sky Sports)

The club has announced John Bennett is stepping down as Rangers chairman due to health reasons.

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John Bennett WON'T pull money out of Rangers as exiting ... (Scottish Daily Record)

John Bennett stepped down as Rangers chairman – but WON'T take his money out of Ibrox. He'll be temporarily replaced by former director John Gilligan, ...

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Celtic PR coup shows Rangers where bragging rights lie - Keevins (Scottish Daily Record)

Celtic were parading their new £11m signing while Rangers were dealing with disillusioned fans.

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Dundee United 0 Rangers 1: Instant reaction to the burning issues (The National)

RANGERS returned to winning ways in their first game since their 3-0 defeat to Celtic today – but they were made to work for their William Hill Premiership triumph over Dundee United at Tannadice. A first half Tom Lawrence goal gave Philippe Clement's ...

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Rangers take the points at Tannadice | SPFL (SPFL)

Dundee United suffer first league defeat of the season. Rangers beat Dundee United 1-0 in Sunday's William Hill Premiership match to move up to third place ...

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Tom Lawrence's early goal gives troubled Rangers a welcome win ... (NewsChain)

The Gers' response from a comprehensive 3-0 defeat by Celtic at Parkhead before the international break began when the returning midfielder struck in the ...

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John Bennett to step down as Rangers chairman (The National)

It's understood the head of the Ibrox boardroom is now expected to quit his post after a challenging period leading the football club.

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Departing Rangers chairman John Bennett's eye-watering total Ibrox ... (The Scottish Sun)

OUTGOING Rangers chairman John Bennett's total investment in the club stands at an eye-watering £23MILLION.The bombshell news broke this lunchtime th.

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John Bennett resigns as chairman of Rangers (The Athletic)

John Bennett has resigned as chairman of Rangers. The Athletic reported on Saturday that Bennett informed Rangers of his intention to resign.

Dundee United 0-1 Rangers: Analysis (Yahoo Sports)

Having lost all 11 of his previous meetings with Rangers as a manager, it was perhaps no surprise that Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin went into the game ...

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Philippe Clement delighted with chemistry between Rangers fans ... (The National)

Rangers manager Philippe Clement says it felt like a 'home game' as he praised the travelling support at Tannadice.

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Match Report | Dundee United 0-1 Rangers | Dundee United ... (Dundee United)

We fell to our first defeat of the season despite a strong second-half display against Rangers. Dundee United 0 Rangers 1 (Lawrence 7') 12pm.

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Propper Pleased With Today's Clean Sheet (Rangers Football Club)

ROBIN PROPPER was pleased to play his part in a third clean sheet of the league campaign for Rangers and says there is more improvement to come from the ...

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Tom Lawrence's early goal gives troubled Rangers a welcome win ... (Offaly Express)

Tom Lawrence's early goal proved decisive as Rangers found some respite amid troubled times with a 1-0 win over Dundee United at Tannadice. The Gers&rsquo.

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Rangers manager reveals chairman's 'pain' over decision to stand ... (The National)

Rangers manager Philippe Clement today revealed how emotional the decision to stand down as Ibrox chairman had been for John Bennett.

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'The structure is broken': Boyd reacts to Bennett's Rangers news (The Rangers Review)

"John Gilligan is in temporarily to fulfil the role of the chairman," Boyd stated on Sky Sports. "I think for John Bennett, I hope everything is fine. I think ...

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Philippe Clement says John Bennett reluctantly stepped down as ... (PLZ Soccer)

The news of Bennett's departure after 18 months in the post came at a time when the Ibrox club are still searching for a CEO, a director of football and an ...

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