Rangers' Historic Humiliation: Fans Demand Clement's Exit After Shocking Cup Defeat

Rangers' shocking loss to Queen's Park in the Scottish Cup has left fans furious, with many calling for manager Philippe Clement's immediate departure. Read more on the fallout and fan reactions.

In what has been described as one of the most humiliating defeats in Rangers' storied history, the Ibrox club suffered a shocking 1-0 loss to lower-league side Queen's Park in the Scottish Cup. The defeat has sparked widespread outrage among fans, with many calling for the immediate departure of manager Philippe Clement.

The Match That Shocked Scottish Football

  • Seb Drozd's 69th-minute strike: The decisive goal from Queen's Park's Seb Drozd sealed the fate of Rangers, marking the first time they have lost a home cup tie to a team outside Scotland's top flight.
  • Celtic's 13-point lead: The loss leaves Rangers staring at another season without a domestic trophy, as their Glasgow rivals Celtic continue to dominate the Premiership.
  • Clement's admission: The Belgian manager acknowledged the players had lost the goodwill they had earned from their recent form, which had secured a top-eight place in the Europa League.

Fans React: Outrage and Calls for Change

  • Andrew: 'One of the most humiliating defeats in my lifetime. Changes need to be made right now.'
  • Anon: 'Absolute embarrassment. We have regressed since Philippe Clement came in. Same old excuses from him and the players will say they are sorry for letting us down again.'
  • Robert: 'This defeat is up there as one of the worst results in Rangers' history. It really sums up our season in one game.'
  • Billy: 'For the first time, it's time for Clement to go. Any Rangers team should have been capable of winning that game.'

The Future of Rangers

With the club's board yet to make a decision on Clement's future, the pressure is mounting. The fans' anger is palpable, and the calls for a major overhaul are growing louder.

Key Points:

  • Philippe Clement's future: Despite the humiliation, Clement insists he is not considering his future, but the fans are not convinced.
  • Fan discontent: The loss has left the fanbase in disarray, with many questioning the direction of the club.
  • Historical context: This defeat is a significant blow to Rangers' legacy, adding to the club's recent struggles.

For more on the latest news, analysis, and fan views, visit our Rangers page.

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