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Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Sir Alex Ferguson spotted at Ibrox as Man Utd great shows support for new Rangers boss Russell Martin
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIR ALEX FERGUSON was among the 50,000 supporters giving his backing to the new Rangers boss as the Russell Martin era got underway at Ibrox. The Aberdeen and Manchester United legend was spotted alongside Rangers nine-in-a-row hero Richard Gough in the directors' box as they took in Rangers crunch Champions League clash with Panathinaikos. Sign up for the Rangers newsletter Sign up 3 Sir Alex and Richard Gough in conversation Credit: Reuters 3 Sir Alex in the stands before the match Credit: Reuters 3 Sr Alex sitting alongside club legend Richard Gough Credit: Willie Vass It was Martin's first competitive match in charge of the club since taking over in the summer. They've given themselves a two-goal cushion heading into the second leg in Greece next week after goals from Findlay Curtis and new signing Djeidi Gassama. Before the match, new boss Martin revealed the managerial great had been in contact through his son Darren - who Martin played under at Peterborough - to show his support. The 83-year-old was shown around the club's training centre at Auchenhowie along with club legend John Greig in the build up to Tuesday night's crucial qualifier. And he parted his wisdom and some inspirational words to the players and staff. Martin said: "We had two Rangers legends and a legend of the game this week who supports this club and they all had the same conversation with every single one about what this club means to them and we have to represent that as much as we can." Ferguson played for Rangers between 1967 and 1969, but is more famous for his managerial success at Aberdeen winning the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1983, and his remarkable achievements at United winning 13 Premier League titles and the Champions League twice. Martin added: 'The door is open to people who have had success here, they know what it takes, they know what the club is about, they support the club, they feel what it means to be here and be part of it. 'Anyone that can impart some wisdom on that and some experience, and people who have had big success here as well, is hugely helpful to me, to the staff, to the players." Also watching on from the stands on Tuesday were new chairman Andrew Cavenagh and vice chair Paraag Marathe who is head of the 49ers Enterprises - the commercial arm of NFL side San Francisco 49ers. 'I'm not doing this' - Sir Alex Ferguson gatecrashes Rio Ferdinand's podcast... but refuses to make an appearance They were part of the US consortium which took over the club in the summer. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
BBC News
19-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Rangers' nine-in-a-row trophy sells for £16,000 at auction
An authentic piece of silverware that marked Rangers' ninth consecutive title victory in the 1990s has sold at auction for £16,000 to an unknown Bell's Whisky League Championship Trophy from the 1996-1997 season went under the hammer on Thursday at Glasgow-based McTear's, with bidding starting at £9, Ibrox-side lifted the trophy at Tannadice on 7 May 1997, after a header from Danish forward Brian Laudrup in the 10th minute sealed a 1-0 victory over Dundee result secured Walter Smith's team a ninth Scottish Premier League title in a row, equalling the feat achieved by Celtic from 1965 to 1974. The trophy was presented to Rangers captain Richard Gough on the pitch after the match, while images from the night show star players like Ally McCoist and Paul Gascoigne celebrating with the trophy on the lone goal in the match led to him being named Scotland's Player of the Year for the second time. Neither Rangers or Celtic have ever managed to win the league 10 years in a row, as Wim Jansen's Celtic took the victory the following season for the first time since 1988. 'A remarkable piece of Rangers memorabilia' McTear's, one of the oldest independent auction houses in the UK, said the trophy comes with the original box and paperwork from the Scottish Football Museum, confirming its authenticity. The 21-centimetre wide trophy was estimated to sell for between £9,000 and £12, on sale at the Sporting History, Important Trophies, Medals and Jerseys event was a Rangers Hall of Fame Trophy that was posthumously awarded to Davie Cooper - who died in 1995 after suffering a brain haemorrhage aged 39. Other items in the auction included a rare Rangers programme for a match against Clyde in 1947 and a Coronation Cup Final programme from the clash between Celtic and Newcastle in 1953. A spokesperson for McTear's said: "This is a remarkable piece of Rangers and Scottish football memorabilia that marks one of the most impressive achievements in the Club's history. "We have auctioned a number of important Old Firm items over the years, and the nine in a row trophy sits alongside the highest profile pieces that have gone under the hammer. "The trophy is being sold by a private individual and we are comfortable with both the provenance of the piece and the legitimacy of the ownership."Rangers did not comment. Rangers are set to face Greek side Panathinaikos in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League next match at home on 22 July will mark Russell Martin's first competitive game as the Ibrox-side's head coach, having been appointed earlier this month.
Daily Mail
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
RANGERS CONFIDENTIAL: The nine-in-a-row silverware fans can claim for themselves... but club are urged to ensure the trophy goes back where it belongs
Rangers supporters are keen to see club chiefs snap up the official nine-in-a-row league trophy that appeared out of the blue on an auction house website earlier this week. Glasgow-based firm McTears are staging a Sporting History auction on June 19 and have the Bell's-sponsored silverware presented to captain Richard Gough after the club had beaten Dundee United at Tannadice to clinch the crown in 1997 on offer.
Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Rangers fans get chance to grab piece of 9 in a row memorabilia as historic silverware to go on sale at auction
The item will be sold next month and is a rare chance for supporters to get their hands on a coveted piece of club history An authentic piece of silverware that marked Rangers ' ninth consecutive title victory in the 1990s is set to go up for auction next month and could collect a whopping £12,000. The Bell's Whisky League Championship Trophy from the 1996-1997 season will go up for auction on Thursday June 19 at Glasgow-based McTear's, which is one of the oldest independent auction houses in the UK. On May 7 1997, Gers skipper Richard Gough lifted the league title at Tannadice after a lone goal from Brian Laudrup against Dundee United saw the Ibrox giants retain the league championship for a ninth year in succession. Neither Rangers or Celtic have ever managed to win the league 10 years in a row, and Walter Smith's side were denied that remarkable feet in the following season when Feyenoord legend Wim Jansen's Hoops edged out the Light Blues to claim the crown for the first time since 1988. But the trophy - which is 21 centimetres wide - that Gough held aloft just over 28 years ago will be up for auction at a special event next month. The lucky buyer of the trophy will also receive the piece of silverware in it's original box with paperwork from the Scottish Football Museum verifying it's authenticity. The trophy's estimated value is between £9,000-12,000. McTears' full listing of the auction event reads: "Rangers FC history will be showcased by the important 'Nine in a Row' Championship trophy, as well as a remarkable Hall of Fame trophy awarded posthumously to legend Davie Cooper. "Further Rangers FC medals, also Celtic FC medals, rare jerseys, early tickets, programmes and many more sporting relics will come under the hammer in this, Scotland's premier auction dedicated to sporting history." Also on sale at the Sporting History, Important Trophies, Medals & Jerseys event is a Rangers Hall of Fame Trophy that was posthumously awarded to Ibrox legend Davie Cooper following his death in 1995. It's estimated value is between £2,000-4,000. Other items in the auction include rare Rangers programme for a match against Clyde way back in 1947 that could fetch £500 and a Coronation Cup Final programme from the clash between Celtic and Newcastle United in 1953 that is valued at approximately £120. Follow Record Sport on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all of the up-to-the minute breaking news, video and audio on the SPFL, the Scotland national team and beyond. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also on WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here.
The National
27-05-2025
- Sport
- The National
Rangers' nine-in-a-row league trophy up for auction
Brian Laudrup's goal in a 1-0 victory for the Ibrox side over Dundee United at Tannadice was enough to seal the SPL title for the 1996/97 season. Rangers captain Richard Gough was presented with a special league trophy on the pitch after the match. Read more: It can now be bought and is up for auction on Bidding starts on Thursday, June 19, with the estimated price sitting between £9,000 and £12,000. The trophy comes with the original box and paperwork from the Scottish Football Museum confirming its authenticity. As we enter the new 2025/26 campaign, Rangers remain on the hunt for a new permanent manager. Barry Ferguson took interim charge of the team following Philippe Clement's dismissal. He won't be getting the permanent gig, though, with names such as Russell Martin, Sean Dyche, and Davide Ancelotti all mentioned in connection with the hotseat. The latter was previously expected to follow his father, Carlo, to Brazil, although that is no longer the case: "Davide is currently in negotiations with a European team, and it didn't seem right to bring him in," said Ancelotti Sr on Monday evening. "If he goes to a club, I wish him the best, and if not, he can come back to us."
