Ibrox side fire Martin just 17 games.
After just 17 games in charge, Russell Martin has been dismissed as Rangers manager, the club announced "while all transition periods require some time, outcomes didn't reach required standards".
The manager's concluding fixture ended with a 1-1 stalemate against Falkirk on Sunday, subsequently necessitating security protection from the venue as spectators sought to halt the team coach from departing.
Martin had faced mounting criticism and resistance from the club's followers amid a poor start to the season to the season's commencement.
It took Rangers until late September to achieve their initial league win, while the team suffered an embarrassing 9-1 total setback against Club Brugge during Champions League qualification during August.
The club's statement emphasized that transition periods require patience, but ultimately results need to satisfy requirements.
Key Points
- Russell Martin's tenure lasted 17 matches
- Last fixture finished as a stalemate
- Needed security following match
- Disappointing campaign opening
- Initial Premiership win in September
- Substantial European setback against Belgian opponents
Looking Ahead
The hunt commences for a fresh manager to lead Rangers onward as the club seeks to reconstruct their term and regain winning ways.
