Rangers CEO Reaffirms Support for Clement Amid Cup Exit Controversy

Rangers CEO Patrick Stewart has reiterated his support for manager Philippe Clement following a historic 1-0 defeat to Queen's Park in the Scottish Cup, which marked the first time the club lost at home to a lower-league team. Despite fan outrage and calls for Clement's dismissal, Stewart emphasized that the club's issues run deeper than one individual, citing a need to address the root causes of underperformance over the past several seasons. He acknowledged the cup loss as a 'source of shame' but highlighted the team's progress to the last 16 of the Europa League as a significant factor in retaining Clement. Stewart also refuted claims that financial concerns were preventing changes, stating that the decision was made in the long-term interest of the club. He maintained that quick fixes through managerial changes would not solve the underlying problems. The situation remains tense as Rangers trail significantly behind rivals Celtic in the league.