Key Facts

• Russell Martin became the Rangers head coach after impressing the club's new owners in a presentation.
• He is the fourth Rangers head coach to be dismissed in less than three years.
• The team struggled under Martin, drawing and losing multiple games, including a significant loss to Brugge in European competitions.
• Martin could not point to improvements during his tenure when questioned.
• Fan frustration was high, leading to incidents like a police escort after a match and widespread booing.
• Russell Martin's excuses about match outcomes drew criticism, as he did not accept personal responsibility for the team's problems.
• His dismissal followed a chaotic period marked by disappointing results and fan unrest.