There were plenty of Bears with sore heads after a sobering night in Amsterdam put a heavy dampener on Rangers ’ return to the Champions League.
Gio van Bronckhorst admitted his side “can’t compete” with the continent’s best after the 4-0 hammering in his homeland to Ajax. But Gers fans aren’t having it and reckon the manager and his players needs to step up - or ship out.
Lewis Fotheringham, Mount Ellen, said: “That has been two diabolical performances from my team over the past few days. Losing two on the bounce is bad enough but to have done it in this manner is deeply concerning. Despite reaching the Europa League final and recruiting seven new players, it appears this team, and indeed the club in general, has gone backwards since winning 55.” Kevin Kean, Inchinnan, said: “Gio van Bronckhorst is seriously failing in team selection and tactical nous. Aberdeen will fancy their chances on Saturday and Napoli are already thinking another three points. Rangers may get NO points from their group.”
Robert Livingstone, Palm Beach, added: “Rangers were badly beaten, a shocker to watch and again van Bronckhorst persisted playing this silly 4-2-3-1 system making Antonio Colak anonymous. At least a 4-3-3 gives more attacking options. Morelos should start with Colak at Pittodrie and try to save the season as it's close to the point of no return.”
Andrew Lamb, Fraserburgh, said: “Rangers qualifying for the Champions League has proved to be nothing more then gaining access to 30 million quid. They don't belong there, don't have the resources needed and surely the inevitable Euro exit will put them out their misery.”
Jim McClean, Isle of Bute , blasted: “I hope Rangers and their supporters never complain again about teams
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