Rangers Debates

19 Mar 2026 18:09:19
Listen guys I know this is a football site but stig touched on something earlier and it got me wondering. Food prices are ridiculous at the minute and fuel is going to be up there soon. On average and for how many would you say you are now spending on food and supplies (toilet roll, cleaning stuff etc) per week? I've noticed a massive difference, even in the last 4-5 weeks.

I'm about £150 for the four of us. It's actually disgusting how much we are getting taken for a ride in this country. I'm fortunate to be able to afford this but my heart goes out to those that aren't as blessed. It's a crying shame what this country has came too.

19 Mar 2026 18:21:52
Agree 100% Orange T, between the government and all the big shops, they all try to rip everyone off.

19 Mar 2026 19:17:14
Trump hasn't exactly helped things. 🙃 🥴

19 Mar 2026 10:05:17
I mentioned the other week I'm a window cleaner. Well, Spring has well and truly sprung and going by my EK run I can confirm pigs can actually fly. Either that or someone has trained ostriches to.

19 Mar 2026 15:30:41
Chuffed you're managing to get work now, Kaiser.

19 Mar 2026 16:00:13
The weather has been brilliant to get going again, but the birds certainly haven't, Flb. 😬

19 Mar 2026 17:27:26
Kaiser, I did that between the ages of 19 and 24 with the local council. Used to finish at 9.30 in the morning. Mad.

Couldn't believe those guys who jumped from window ledge to ledge. I never had the bottle.

19 Mar 2026 18:29:48
Kaiser, if it wasn't for the birds (and rain) I might not need to get my windows cleaned. Sorry, forgot about dog drool.
I am just grateful for guys like you who prevent me being nagged by the wife to do it every time.

I know you don't do mine, but a big thanks to you and others for doing it. Saves me a real ear bashing; well for that anyways.

19 Mar 2026 19:00:12
Stop licking the windaes, Angus 👀. You're supposed to use a furrit n scrim. 😉 😇

19 Mar 2026 09:21:07
Right troops.
I'm just putting it out there.
Kaiser started a brilliant thread about men's health where everyone contributed freely, without ridicule and a lot of good info was shared.
We had some humour and some thought provoking posts from Storm, Fork and BAR72 to name but a few.
Now let's try and have the same respect on other threads.
Too many get mightily upset when others have a differing opinion than them.
We can all think we are right - doesn't mean we are.
No need for the snide comments.
This forum is all about discussing the good, the bad and the ugly about all things Rangers.


A place for some to escape everyday issues.
A place to discuss other topics ( not just Rangers ) with some like minded ( and some not so much ) people.
We have a variety of excellent posters who bring some much needed info / debate to the site.
If every post was about how great we are when we aren't currently - and fingers crossed we get to that stage at some point as it will mean we are enjoying a successful Rangers side - it would mean we are settling for 2nd best.
Enjoy your day🔴⚪🔵.

19 Mar 2026 10:45:11
Great post, MPH.

19 Mar 2026 11:21:10
Thanks MPH, well said. Glad it had a good response. Think we can all get a bit spiky, particularly around match day, but generally all good-natured. Love the football debate and banter, but also that this site has also become a safe place to speak about other issues, and it's accepted despite being mostly for football, and that's down to some great understanding individuals. 👍

19 Mar 2026 12:06:36
Health is our wealth, guys. It should be discussed openly. Pity Rangers knocks us not well though. 😉 😄 Great post MPH. 👍

19 Mar 2026 14:57:51
Just ignore the noise, there's a few atmosphere hoovers on here, that's for sure.

19 Mar 2026 16:00:54
Yep. We don't talk about it enough. This site is a good leveller at times.

19 Mar 2026 17:15:05
Well said, Spud. We're all 1 team here.

19 Mar 2026 17:17:41
Good post.

18 Mar 2026 14:10:20
A few things I want to get off my chest.

Firstly to Yately, let's end whatever enmity there is between us, for the good of the site.
We are adults who are passionate but we should be able to have respectful substantive discussions.

Secondly EHL i am glad you are well my friend and thank you for your detailed coaches perspective on the issues at the club at the moment.

We are all passionate football men and sometimes our emotions are in disarray whether that be personal factors or football factors.

I apologise to anyone I have offended and I hope that we can move on to having mature substantive and constructive debate.

18 Mar 2026 15:04:01
Aphe, a number of people thrive on being offended.

U keep posting, as I really look forward to insight re Scandinavian and Northern Europe markets.

18 Mar 2026 15:13:01
I understand that one, my friend. I will continue to post what I can and also a few recommendations, but unfortunately players are expected to do so much more if I recommend them.

18 Mar 2026 15:19:26
Just ignore these individuals, & keep posting. Your input is greatly appreciated by the vast majority on these pages.

In addition, "Offence is taken not given."

Offense is a subjective experience, emphasizing personal responsibility in how we react to others' words or actions.

18 Mar 2026 15:21:00
I have to agree with John here, Aphe. Just continue to post what you want, and don't apologise to anyone when you haven't been out of order.

A good few on here never apologise, even when they are wrong 99% of the time.

18 Mar 2026 15:27:52
Thanks, guys. I do struggle with not apologizing.

I am someone who takes accountability for my own words and actions.

18 Mar 2026 16:35:10
Keep the info and chat going, Aphe. 👍

18 Mar 2026 16:44:18
Nothing wrong with a good apology either. We all get carried away, and need to dial it back sometimes, and if it helps clear your own head and reset, then go for it. Not saying u need to, but it can get pretty petty, and it helps me, because I annoy myself as much as anyone.

18 Mar 2026 16:55:46
Also, I don't think anyone is judging players more because of your recommendations. Players like Skov, who we wanted, are being judged by what we're watching, and the disappointment at the level of performance they are putting in, esp with the fees involved, which, as far as I'm aware, you're not to blame for.


However, if it turns out u are directly responsible for Skov and Naderi prices, then I will come back and give u stick. 😜

18 Mar 2026 17:12:14
Kaiser, I am alluding to the comments from a select few that shoot down any post I make due to the perceived failings of certain players I have recommended.

18 Mar 2026 17:17:13
Let them rant n rave and just dinghy them, bud. No response drives them nuts. 👍 Say what you like, and if they don't agree, then tough. 👍

18 Mar 2026 17:40:12
Thanks, Fork. I am just attempting to put an end to the persistent comments from a few regulars that stifle all debate and player discussions.

18 Mar 2026 18:16:39
Aphe, you know who they are, so just ignore them. They do it to get a reaction. I can't understand the need to keep petty disagreements going on the site; you don't do it, but others do. Have your say, disagree, but start afresh at the next discussion. What I and others say isn't personal or aimed at anyone, but sometimes the way we write things can come across in a different tone to how it was meant. I sit with a smile on my face writing sometimes, and then read it where it looks like I am angling for a fight when nothing could be further from the truth.

🤷

There are a couple of good posters who have a certain way of saying things, but they don't have a bad bone in them imo; it is just the way they communicate. I know that now, don't get upset with them, and take everything from them with that in mind.

So apologise if you need to, but tbh I have never read anything where I feel you should.

18 Mar 2026 19:34:29
Agreed, Angus. 👍👍

18 Mar 2026 19:35:45
Thank you Angus, I do appreciate all the good posters and of course the edds on this site

18 Mar 2026 20:40:14
Aphe, we just sometimes need to accept we all have good points and bad points. And, at times, we all need to be called out for our bad points, and then reset. When people do it to me, my initial reaction is to be defensive, but when I sit back and think, then I realise I can be better and have contributed to the disagreement, possibly even started it.


You are already there, it seems, with that realisation, so don't let it get to you so much. Goodness, this G & T is good. 😉

18 Mar 2026 21:06:57
I am one of them, Angus, and I know I can be difficult, but it's just the way I am. My brain doesn't work like normal people, unfortunately. 🤣

18 Mar 2026 22:15:47
Storm, mate, just realise you are normal people, and nobody's brain works the same way, or even how you think it does. We all have our idiosyncrasies and mental health issues, doubts, and worries. Some are just better at 'hiding' them. You just let them out more, which isn't a bad thing, believe me.

You annoy me sometimes, but I know I do that to lots on here, not just you, so it sent a criticism.

But I know you are a decent bloke. We will never agree on everything.

F*** sake, this is becoming like an episode of Oprah Winfrey though, so might go to bed. 😂😂😂 See you tomorrow when there will be a chat on some player or other, and we will be back, right as usual. 👍

19 Mar 2026 09:09:11
You should apologise for absolutely nothing. You're perfectly entitled to your opinion, which previously I often disagreed with, but you're fully entitled to it. No offence was ever taken, and if you apologise for it, you will end up silencing yourself.

Anyone who is easily offended should not be on a public forum or social media. State your opinion and stick by it; if that ruffles feathers, that's on them, not you. ASA.

19 Mar 2026 10:31:55
Thank you, Lmac. I only intend to try and end the enmity, my friend.

19 Mar 2026 11:58:23
Aphelion, total respect. 👍✌️⚽️

19 Mar 2026 12:58:17
Yately. 🇳🇴🤝🏴

19 Mar 2026 17:19:05
Keep posting, Aph, and to all other posters. Some may disagree on threads, and that's fine, as we all have opinions, but disagree respectfully. We're all here, as we're all Gers fans, just remember that.

18 Mar 2026 10:45:26
Totally agree Walter I hate the snobbery from our club over the last ten years and several managers. Look at Falkirk money wise, every week they have 7 or 8 Scottish players starting g that all know our league and have a Scottish try hard mentality.

Sometimes ability is outshone in our league by sheer never say die / run through a brick wall for the jersey, with 8 games to go i'm not seeing that from many of our players. Baron being one of the exceptions.

18 Mar 2026 11:39:09
Rob, they are 6th so I don't know what the point is. Yes, I would love us to have a team where 7 or 8 are Scottish, but would we be happy to finish 6th with that team, even for a season, whilst they mature into the team who can challenge.

18 Mar 2026 14:53:23
Don't need 7 or 8, but you wouldn't buy Olsen when you can have Curtis. If we sell Barron, then bring back Cameron. Player trading model in a nutshell. More scope to buy the guile player we need in midfield. 👍

18 Mar 2026 15:05:19
Windy, unfortunately, I don't see a future for Cameron, a player I really wanted signed.

18 Mar 2026 15:31:31
Windy, I was replying to the suggestion that we might end up like Falkirk, and I don't think that will happen. Curtis will return to Rangers and, if his progress continues, he should become a regular in the team. The reality, though, is that there simply aren't enough Scottish players available at the right price for us to have a large number in the squad - never mind seven or eight, as ideal as that would be for the club and for showing the academy is working well.
We also tend not to have the patience to give developing Scottish players full, regular game time while they find their feet.

Falkirk, with lower expectations and less pressure, can do that and still play good football while they're at it.
We actually do have a fair number of Scottish players in the system, especially beyond the first team. Even looking only at those with senior experience: Kelly, Hutton, Souttar, King, Curtis, Cameron, and Barron. We have played most of them, but, other than Barron, they just haven't had consistent minutes.

18 Mar 2026 17:42:32
John, what's happened with Cameron?

Where did it all go wrong?

18 Mar 2026 18:32:04
John, I seriously hope not. This is what I'm talking about. Is it that he's not doing it, or do we, as a club, believe we need to be looking at better players, therefore outwith our league? We just gave Soapy a new contract, then he gets dropped and is being told he's a great leader and knows the club. It's dejavu for me.

18 Mar 2026 19:11:43
Windy. Rohl poem about Cameron getting game time a while back, because he had performed in training one week, so I wonder if it is that. Cameron himself also said, before a game versus Dundee, that training at Rangers compared to Dundee was a different world.


So, both of these could show he was 'struggling' to make the transition between clubs.
Souttar was rightly dropped as his form dropped off after he signed his new deal. Was that due to the new deal? Who would know. He hasn't changed as a player, just a mental shift perhaps.

19 Mar 2026 09:58:17
Angus, I would expect Cameron back, and for Danny to judge if he has improved or matured. If not, then move him on. I will be watching closely regarding Curtis, especially if we sign Olsen. As for Soapy, it has nothing to do with him being dropped. It's dejavu, because although it has been highlighted about playing ethos and player trading, things don't change. A new improved contract because he is a great leader (No one wants him for captain next year) and knows the club. 🤷🏼 Scottish 3rd or 4th choice.



If you check my posts, I have likened Rangers to a Council. They constantly restructure, whilst indicating services will get better; it never does. In fact, it's a dragged-out exercise that eventually reduces quantity and quality. When the same mistakes are highlighted, deflection kicks in, and people are informed they are being negative and it needs time. I expect the new owners to do it their way, and if it doesn't work, then they should expect criticism. But what I'm seeing is dejavu.

19 Mar 2026 10:40:59
Windy, I would expect Cameron and Curtis back for pre-season to be judged by Rohl as well.
I think Souttar is being given an extra year to be a constant whilst we add more defenders to the team as we get rid of loans and OOC. Managers speak about his leadership qualities, but because he doesn't stop around, jump and yell, it isn't seen by fans. Whether he plays or not as a starter will be down to Rohl, but I agree, depending on who we sign, eh, will be back up.

I can see the analogy to a council, but mostly that is done as budgets continue to tighten and they need to save costs. We are not in that position, so I hope the new owners stick to putting structures in place, adapting those where they don't work, to get us back to challenging at least for every trophy.

It has been a long time since we have even been in that position.
It does take time to get a squad in place to do all that, though, whereas because of our frustrations at not winning trophies we react after every draw or loss. So yes, criticise, but not that reaction after every setback. Rome wasn't built in a day, as they say, and most successful clubs are successful because they have built to the point where they only tweak things every season. We have been rebuilding 10-11 players up till now. That needs to change, imo.

19 Mar 2026 17:25:14
I would like to see Cameron back and given a shot. He's done well at Aberdeen so far. I believe, as somebody said on here, he wasn't tracking back, and Rohl wasn't happy. I would love to see as many Scots in the team, if possible, but you have to earn it.

17 Mar 2026 22:15:45
i thought the gogic handball was a penalty

18 Mar 2026 10:14:50
Tend to agree re penalty.

18 Mar 2026 12:49:04
100% Marlon and John, no difference to that given against us for Sterling's handball.

18 Mar 2026 12:55:29
No doubt they will argue that Butland wouldn't have got to our one. Whilst their keeper was right in line.

18 Mar 2026 13:11:03
Sterling's arms were raised in front of him, and the ball would have gone in if it hadn't hit his hand. That connection diverted the ball into Butland and prevented the goal. Accidental, yes, but natural position. That is the subjective question - is the hand/arm in a natural position created by what the body is doing? I can see why they thought Gogic's was okay, as his arm was by his side a little from his body but not moving on its own.

All about opinion, but the referee and VAR thought the same, obviously.

Murray of Dundee, on the same weekend, can be seen to move his arm down towards the ball. Look at Silva's last night; his arms were behind his back, but he moves his body/elbow to stop the ball at the post. Penalty and red card as deliberate. But where is he meant to put his arms?

18 Mar 2026 13:59:19
Looks like you will have to put your arms up your jacksie, especially with certain refs.

18 Mar 2026 14:47:04
Trueblue, only if that is a natural position. :)

18 Mar 2026 15:23:52
I think Gogic wasn't a pen. May need to see it again, but thought it was hitting his body if it didn't hit his hand.

19 Mar 2026 17:28:55
There were 3 pen incidents. All very, very similar. 2 not given, and 1 given. Can we all name the team? I get the close contact rule, but it has to be implemented fairly across the board. In my opinion, all 3 were pens. Reason being, if it doesn't hit the hand, then it's a goal scoring opportunity, and the keeper needs to make a save.

17 Mar 2026 16:11:15
Good afternoon folks, I hope you are all well, I am no longer a Season Ticket holder, but noticed on FB today a fair bit of discontent with Rangers bringing forward the renewal dates for next season to an end date of 20th April. A few questions were raised as some would miss out on discounts with them becoming 65 just after the renewal date, and also that a good few of them budget for this every season, and would maybe find a problem with the payment brought forward.

Are there any financial undertones in the Club bringing things forward, or indeed, have they actually done it, so much rubbish on FB just now. Just being curious folks as a fan, although as I said it doesn't affect me.

17 Mar 2026 18:18:34
They sent an email about a month ago saying they will. I agree, though, a bit of a shocker. My daughter normally plans to pay in May and budgeted accordingly. Now I have to give her a tap to see her through.

17 Mar 2026 18:44:34
Irvger, it is on the club site where the claim is that it gives greater certainty heading into the summer, and helps with earlier planning across the club. Supporters also have enough time to review and secure their seats, just not enough to budget for the reduced time before buying, as Geesa has shown.

17 Mar 2026 18:45:03
Geesa, I understand payment days have not changed, ie May, June, July, August.

17 Mar 2026 21:54:37
Irvger,

Nice to see you post.

Not seen you on these pages in a long time.
Hope you're keeping well.

17 Mar 2026 22:26:37
Hello Stig, I've posted about 4 times this year. I took a break after the death of our eldest son on December 20th. We are all taking a day at a time, and getting out and about again. Thank you. I hope you and yours are well. Our team keeps me on my toes just now. Hopefully we can get 56 this season. All the best.

18 Mar 2026 07:37:13
Sorry to hear that, Irvger. Thoughts are with u. Take care mate.

18 Mar 2026 07:55:38
So sorry to hear that, Irvger. That's awful.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My sister has been through the same, so I know the impact it has on the family. ❤️

18 Mar 2026 08:01:30
For Irv 💙

Death is nothing at all.
It does not count.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
Nothing has happened.

Everything remains exactly as it was.
I am I, and you are you,
and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.

Call me by the old familiar name.
Speak of me in the easy way which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone.
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.

Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes that we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.


Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without an effort, without the ghost of a shadow upon it.

Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same as it ever was.
There is absolute and unbroken continuity.
What is this death but a negligible accident?

Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am but waiting for you, for an interval,
somewhere very near,
just round the corner.

All is well.
Nothing is hurt; nothing is lost.
One brief moment and all will be as it was before.
How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting when we meet again.

18 Mar 2026 08:47:21
Irv, you take care, my friend.

18 Mar 2026 12:55:19
Thank you all. Those words mean so much to me and my family, and Fork, absolutely heart-warming, my friend. Onwards and upwards for us Rangers fans. All the best, folks.

18 Mar 2026 13:36:36
Irvger, keep strong, my friend. Hold those memories precious. Sorry about your loss. No father should ever have to bury their child. 💙

19 Mar 2026 17:31:12
Irvger, sorry to hear that, buddy. 💙