Rangers sack Martin following 17 matches.
Rangers have terminated Russell Martin's contract as head coach following 17 matches, with the club stating "while all transition periods require some time, results have not met expectations".
The 39-year-old's final game ended with a 1-1 stalemate against Falkirk on Sunday, after which he required a police escort from the venue after fans tried to block the team bus from departing.
Increasing scrutiny had been directed at Martin and resistance from the club's followers during a disappointing opening period to the campaign.
Rangers required until September's conclusion to secure their first Scottish Premiership victory, and the side endured a humiliating 9-1 aggregate defeat against Club Brugge in the Champions League play-offs during August.
Officials highlighted that rebuilding processes demand time, yet outcomes need to satisfy requirements.
Essential Details
- Martin's leadership spanned 17 games
- Final match resulted in 1-1 draw
- Law enforcement intervention post-match
- Underwhelming term beginning
- Late September first league victory
- Heavy European defeat to Club Brugge
What's Next
The process starts for a new head coach to guide the Ibrox club forward as the club aims to rebuild their season and restore competitive form.
