Rangers Sack Russell Martin After 123-Day Struggle

Russell Martin's tenure as Rangers head coach, lasting just 123 days, ended following a disappointing 1-1 draw with Falkirk and a poor run of results, including only one win in seven Scottish Premiership games. His dismissal came after Rangers, under new US-based ownership, struggled domestically and in Champions League qualifying, leaving the club in eighth place and far behind league leaders. Martin, who had been appointed amid skepticism and aimed to prove doubters wrong, won just five of 17 matches in charge. His final appearances included candid post-match interviews where he acknowledged the team's struggles and expressed frustration over missed opportunities and defensive lapses. Along with Martin, assistant coaches Matt Gill and Mike Williamson also left the club. Rangers now face the challenge of appointing their fourth manager of 2025 to turn around a disappointing start to the season.