Rangers Draw Dundee, Drop Four Points Scottish Premiership Start

Rangers, under new head coach Russell Martin and new ownership, have started the 2025 Scottish Premiership season with two draws, failing to secure a win in their opening league matches for the first time in 36 years. Despite a strong 3-0 Champions League qualifying win over Viktoria Plzen, their domestic performances have been disappointing, with fans expressing frustration and booing the team during their 1-1 draw against Dundee. Martin acknowledged there is "no quick fix" to the club's struggles, emphasizing the need to change the culture and standards at the club, while urging patience from supporters as the team undergoes a rebuilding process. Sportscene pundit Steven Thompson highlighted the recurring issue of Rangers delivering strong European performances but underperforming domestically, calling on Martin to quickly resolve these inconsistencies. Meanwhile, critics argue Martin's comments about the rebuilding pain may not resonate well with fans who expect consistent wins, especially at home against smaller teams. Overall, Rangers face a challenging path ahead, needing time and cultural change to translate their European successes into domestic dominance.