🔗 Share this article The Rangers club sack Martin following 17 fixtures. Rangers have terminated Russell Martin's contract as head coach following 17 matches, the club announced "even though rebuilding takes time, outcomes didn't reach required standards". The manager's concluding fixture concluded with Sunday's 1-1 tie away to Falkirk, subsequently necessitating law enforcement accompaniment from the venue when supporters attempted to prevent the squad vehicle from exiting. Martin had faced mounting criticism and opposition from Ibrox supporters during a disappointing opening period to the term. Rangers required until September's conclusion to record their maiden league win, while the team suffered a humiliating 9-1 aggregate defeat against Club Brugge during Champions League qualification in August. The announcement stressed that rebuilding processes demand time, however performances must meet expectations. Main Developments Russell Martin's tenure lasted 17 matches Concluding game ended 1-1 Needed security following match Underwhelming term beginning First domestic success in late September Significant continental loss versus Club Brugge Looking Ahead The process starts for a new head coach to guide the Ibrox club ahead as the club seeks to reconstruct their term and restore winning ways.