🔗 Share this article Ibrox side sack Martin after 17 matches. Rangers have terminated Russell Martin's contract as head coach following 17 matches, with the club stating "although transition phases demand patience, performances fell short of targets". The manager's concluding fixture concluded with Sunday's 1-1 tie away to Falkirk, following which he needed law enforcement accompaniment to leave the stadium when supporters attempted to prevent the squad vehicle from leaving. Increasing scrutiny had been directed at Martin and opposition from Ibrox supporters amid a poor start to the season to the season's commencement. Rangers required until September's conclusion to record their maiden domestic triumph, and the side endured a devastating 9-1 combined loss against Club Brugge during Champions League qualification in August. Officials highlighted that rebuilding processes demand time, however performances must meet expectations. Main Developments Martin's leadership spanned 17 games Last fixture finished as a stalemate Needed security following match Underwhelming term beginning Late September first league victory Heavy European defeat to Club Brugge Looking Ahead The process starts for a fresh manager to lead Rangers onward while the organization works to rejuvenate their campaign while reestablishing winning ways.