'Mortified' McInnes takes responsibility for Rangers' European exit
Summary
Rangers football team was eliminated from the European Conference League after losing a penalty shootout to Jablonec. Manager Derek McInnes took full responsibility for the loss and said he was embarrassed by the team's performance.Key Facts
- Rangers lost to Jablonec on penalties 4-3 after a 1-0 lead in the second leg.
- This is the first time since 2017 that Rangers have no European football beyond August.
- Rangers had fewer shots on target and less possession during the game.
- The team missed key penalties in the shootout, including by Findlay Curtis and James Penrice.
- Manager McInnes admitted the team lacked experience and did not play well.
- McInnes said he takes full responsibility and wants the team to improve.
- Former Rangers player Andy Halliday criticized the team for a lack of style, desire, and organization.
- The defeat adds pressure on McInnes, who has had a difficult start managing Rangers.
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