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Chris Sutton offered a brief seven-word reaction after Rangers were knocked out of the UEFA Europa League by Athletic Bilbao.
Following a goalless first leg, everything was on the line in the return fixture at San Mames. However, goals from Oihan Sancet and Nico Williams sealed a 2-0 win for the Spanish side, ending Rangers’ European campaign and sending Bilbao into the semi-finals.
Sutton Takes a Swipe as Rangers Bow Out
Never one to pass up a chance to wind up his former rivals, ex-Celtic striker Chris Sutton took to X shortly after the final whistle to mock Rangers’ exit. Though he claimed to be saddened by their loss, the sarcastic tone of his post suggested the opposite.
He wrote: “Sad to see Rangers go out tonight.”
Ferguson’s Chances of Landing Job Now Slim
Barry Ferguson’s hopes of landing the Rangers job on a permanent basis appear to have taken a major blow. While the Ibrox legend has a deep connection to the club, he was always going to need a significant achievement to strengthen his case.
Reaching the Europa League semi-finals could have been that moment, but the 2-0 loss to Bilbao, after a hard-fought draw in the first leg, showed his limitations. Bilbao capitalised on defensive lapses and exposed gaps in Ferguson’s tactical approach.
Despite the return of key players like John Souttar, the defeat—alongside Rangers’ uneven domestic form—signals that a managerial change is likely. To compete with Celtic and make meaningful strides in Europe, Rangers may now turn to a more experienced head coach with a proven track record.
