Rangers endured one of the darkest moments in their 153-year history with Sunday’s 1-0 Scottish Cup defeat to Queen’s Park.
The Gers suffered their first-ever home loss to lower-league opposition, leaving morale in Govan at an all-time low—comparable to their financial collapse and demotion in 2012. With their Scottish Cup hopes dashed far earlier than expected and a massive 13-point gap behind Celtic in the Premiership, Rangers now have little left to fight for domestically this season.
The shock of Sunday’s result has resonated deeply among fans worldwide, yet with Philippe Clement still in charge and silence from the club’s hierarchy, it seems those at Ibrox have yet to fully grasp the severity of the situation.
Ally McCoist reacts to Rangers’ ‘resignation’ in Queen’s Park loss
After missing two days from his usual talkSPORT slot, Ibrox legend Ally McCoist finally shared his thoughts on the crisis (12 February, 9:52 am) after discussing the match with his sons.
Speaking to Alan Brazil, McCoist admitted: “The first thing you’ve got to say – that was a howler, an absolute howler at the weekend… stop laughing!
“My boys, as gutted as they were, there’s a resignation – as if it wasn’t that big a shock. It’s terrible, that’s got to be one of the worst.”
Rangers’ sense of resignation should set off alarm bells at Ibrox
A historic defeat like this should have sent shockwaves through Rangers, yet McCoist’s remarks suggest it has barely caused a stir. That lack of surprise reflects the stagnation engulfing the club, with ex-players, fans, and pundits seemingly resigned to mediocrity.
The Ibrox board’s silence only fuels concerns, as there has been no public statement or decision on Clement’s future despite the growing discontent. Many believe his dismissal is inevitable, but the club’s leadership appears hesitant to act.
Firing Clement could cost Rangers £1.2 million in compensation [Scottish Sun, 11 February], a financial burden they may struggle to afford. Given his reported £50,000-a-week salary, however, the club has only itself to blame for this predicament.
As long as Clement remains in charge and the current leadership structure stays intact, little is likely to change on the pitch—raising fears that humiliations like the Queen’s Park defeat may become more frequent.
