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Aberdeen were bloody awful , at no point was their any desire to get out and try and play football , McInnes would be perfect for Scotland

Yeah, we get that you think that the statement was badly worded. Rather than be pedantic,why not address the main issue of their complaint? Not everyone is as clever as you.

We can all be thankful that we dodged that bullet. Can you imagine we had him instead of Gerrard? He is the epitome of anti-football and that has no place at our club. We are playing some amazing football at the moment and it's such a pleasure to watch.

Not for me.

The 2011 census results said 27% are RC, 27% said Church of Scotland or other Christian and 38% stated no religion. Remainder are Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Jewish or Buddhist. There have been Irish Republican marches in Glasgow for a long time, I remember them going through Milton in 1980s at the height of the 'Troubles'. There was usually bother at them then from stone throwing to full scale attacks on them.

Aye, that we do. I hope you both enjoy the day out !

It's certainly depressing that after the last few years we, as a support, are as splintered as ever. Nearly as depressing as Rangers fans voting for people who want to break up the UK...but not quite.

One of the best perks of being part of the Blue Order over the years was bringing out the huge 'Silence of the Sheep' banner every time we beat them at Ibrox. Sure, it was rather crude and small children may have been offended and cried, but Aberdeen's awful record over the years in Glasgow meant it was good sport and a well deserved message. Unfortunately, this season at least, it's us that have been silenced and the bragging rights are currently the prerogative of our chums in the North East. Aside from an impressive 4-2 reverse in Aberdeen, in the six games we've already played against the Dons this season, that has been our only victory. Yes, we've dominated possession and territory in most of the other matches as well but the men in red have won three times; all in Glasgow and twice at Ibrox. Suffice to say, Sunday's match won't be any cake-walk and, no matter the result, TBO won't be flying any banners of long-lost hubris. Worse for the Rangers support are today's media reports that both captain James Tavernier and striker Jermain Defoe are struggling to make the game. The latter was pictures training this morning so should feature but the loss of our skipper would be a blow, more so should the injury be a longer term one. We do have options to replace him - Matt Polster may be the preferred one after making a short cameo in the role last weekend - but those Rangers fans that bemoan Tav's captaincy and contribution may find themselves eating their words should we struggle creatively on Sunday afternoon. The good news for the support is that we've shown of late we can cope with adversity. The loss of Morelos and Kent to suspension worried all but the most optimistic of bears but the change in personnel and system to address that has worked well with three straight wins. And convincing ones at that. Kent is available again for Sunday but it says a lot for our current form that he may have to settle for a place on the bench. Morelos isn't back until next Sunday but, should Defoe remain fit and still scoring goals, then the Colombian too could rue his recent indiscipline. Injury and suspension aside, the rest of the Rangers team should pick itself. The defence have looked solid enough with Niko Katic proving himself very useful when we're facing physical strikers. After dealing well with Curtis Main and Uche Ikpeazu in the last two games, the Croatian centre half will relish another aerial battle with the impressive Sam Cosgrove. Meanwhile, in midfield, the likes of Ryan Jack, Glen Kamara and Steven Davis have all stepped up recently so should retain their place this week too. Indeed, the battling qualities of the Aberdeen midfield will mean they'll have to be on the top of their game once more. Our prize for three points is a clear one: at least second place in this year's Ladbrokes Premiership with Aberdeen left to battle it out with Killie and Hibs for third, fourth and fifth. A draw wouldn't be the end of the world either leaving us eight points in front of Aberdeen with just three games left. A loss brings Aberdeen right back into the reckoning and would guarantee is nothing ahead of our remaining matches. Given recent bickering between the managers in the media, it seems any bragging isn't just between the fans now either so both Gerrard and McInnes have put themselves under pressure. Yes, Aberdeen may well offer more against us than other teams but that's no excuse when it comes to our poor results and performances against them. That has to change and there's no time like the present. Possible team (4-3-2-1):

As I said in my post my MoM was Kamara seemed to find space that"was not there" to receive the ball,played some great passes,showed tremendous commitment was able to hurdle some "leg breaking" tackles and was always there to assist his fellow players a total steal at 50 grand. In the past I was always wary of set pieces against us but now with our goalie and central defenders have much more faith. Like Black Socks I also think Kent,although a decent player,flatters to deceive and with us having Middleton plus the likely return of Murphy plus Jones coming in we would be better using any monies to strengthen elsewhere. Even if we can get Defoe/Davis to keep playing this way for one more season that would be a bonus.

I think the 'Protestant no go area' wording was unwise. It comes down to civil liberties, compromise and whether your actions are negatively affecting other people's rights and places of worship. Some of us are more concerned about NI and PUL issues than others. I don't see attitudes changing much on these matters and have contributed to and witnessed these debates for years on various forums. The term 'going round in circles' springs to mind.

So, 11 points ahead of the sheep who still have delusions of being a major rival. We have only one rival and it’s not them. No rival of ours plays like relegation battlers with no ambition but to pack their own area even after going a goal down.

Katic was better than Goldson today, but neither really deserved it, IMO. Davis absolutely strolled it, so he'd be my choice.

Sponser MOM = Goldson Steven Smith - Tavernier For me it was a choice of Davis and Katic with Katic winning it with a short arm. Katic was immence. Not too sure what Goldson did to earn it to be honest.

You're right, of course. I meant score-wise.

Thankfully I have got Rangers TV I don't have to listen to their bullshit anymore.

I thought it was an absolute stroll. We could have played for a month and Aberdeen wouldn't have scored today. The team is looking so comfortable at the moment and Defoe is pure class. Funnily enough he wasn't at his best (probably still suffering a bit from his injury), but I love him playing that lone striker role.

Solid performance. Davis & Defoe finally showing quality.

Great reception for Lee Wallace .

I'm a wee bit emotional...

Andy Walker..the only summariser that makes you feel like you're watching a completely different game from him.

Soft as a board statement. Still, their aggrieved feelings add to the pleasure.

Very wise.

We are playing well and a goal will come. However, even if we score, there's no way anything positive will be said by the Sky Sports commentators. Some quotes from the first half ... "Defoe should be red carded", closely followed by "what is it with Rangers strikers, ha, ha" "Jack's head was low there" (when Cosgrove's foot was high) "Aberdeen won't be embarrassed by the low percentage possession. It's Rangers that have to face not having a goal despite a whopping 70%" "Arfield is pushing there", but seconds later Cosgrove pushes Katic and it's "Cosgrove using his experience to get away from Katic" The hatred is obvious with every word and every tone used. I won't be able to post any from the second half because I'll be watching with the sound off. SCUM!!!!

Walker is luckier to have a job.

And again and again and again and again.

And again and again.

Just out of interest...as I'm a non-Protestant supporter of Rangers, can someone please define what Protestant culture is? These guys seem to clearly see no difference between the OO and Protestantism. And what areas of Glasgow are no go areas for Protestants? Who enters a neighbourhood and declares their religious faith? Or are they simply talking about the OO? I only ask because of the 6 CoS going Protestants I know, not one would go near the OO with a barge pole

I have addressed the main issue of their complaint. There are NO no go areas for Protestants in Glasgow.

We must score first.

No fannying about just get out there and scud them .

Don't know any background to this but tend to think this extension is something that should have been done a while ago.

I don't think it's Morelos' absence, but Kent's. Arfield playing in Kent's inside-left position has been a revelation.

It's going to be a test for us all. Gerrard needs to push the players to create chances, they have to keep their heads up and keep trying and we, as a support, need to stay behind them. I'm taking the wee man today. Hopefully it's a good atmosphere and we turn that lot over.?

I wouldn’t waste my time conversing with some. Your wasting your energy BD. I thought it was a fair turnout and representation of the majority feeling on this subject. It’s always hard to get the ball rolling so well done to them. Those who wish to divide us are best ignored imo.

As I said at the start, these guys seem to think that OO, APOD & Protestants are one in the same. It obvious this is an anti independence campaign nothing less. No go areas in Glasgow for Protestants, what utter nonsense.

He didn’t. He made you look petty and misplaced.

You've really just backed up my original assertion tbh.

Brown is bulletproof.

So are some of the posters. ?

I watched a little of the Edinburgh Derby. Souttar was constantly coming out with the ball. I remember thinking at the time, 'I wished Goldson or Worrall could come out like that'. I always thought he was one of the better CBs in the league. I reckon that would be a good signing.