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Not just the press mate, as I have said in another thread the majority of Scotland supporters loathe Rangers and Rangers players and sit waiting on the likes of Miller to make a mistake so they can abuse him/them, it's becoming so bad that I find myself caring less and less about the Scotland team

But enough for the Rangers haters to jump on

Time to get Archie in the first team

Dry yer eyes ya tube

The amount of abuse ALL Rangers players receive from the '' Tartan Army '',and Scotland fans in general, it would not bother me one little bit if Rangers players never played for Scotland again, Rangers and Rangers players are simply hated by all other fans

By KENNY McALPINE Published: Today rigTeaserImage BOOZE-shame stars Barry Ferguson and Allan McGregor were partying with FIVE team-mates during the bender that led to their axe from the Scotland team. Rangers duo Ferguson and McGregor were originally ordered home by furious boss George Burley after their six-hour early-morning binge. Boozing ... Cameron House Boozing ... Cameron House But he backed down after a showdown with the other five stars ââ?¬â? who warned him he would have to send them packing from the teamââ?¬â?¢s posh hotel HQ. And in another amazing twist, Burley ââ?¬â? after dropping Ferguson and McGregor from the team which beat Iceland 2-1 last night ââ?¬â? relented and named the pair as substitutes. Itââ?¬â?¢s understood captain Ferguson and keeper McGregor were joined on the lash by Celtic midfielder Scott Brown, Spurs defender Alan Hutton, Rangers defender Steven Whittaker, Hibs striker Steven Fletcher and Derby winger Gary Teale. They felt their skipper and McGregor were being made scapegoats for the bash at Cameron House Hotel at Loch Lomond. There is also disquiet in the squad as Brown ââ?¬â? who used his own clippers to shave McGregorââ?¬â?¢s head during the drinking session ââ?¬â? escaped without punishment despite lurching to his room just 20 minutes before the Ibrox pair went to theirs. Blame It is a huge embarrassment for Burley ââ?¬â? who has been slammed for letting his players drink in the bar in the first place after they flew back from Holland. There is also now a massive question mark over Burleyââ?¬â?¢s authority with the team. Last night a source close to the camp said: ââ?¬Å?This has been a disaster for Burley and Scotland. ââ?¬Å?He originally told Ferguson and McGregor to pack their bags and go home. Enraged ... George Burley Enraged ... George Burley ââ?¬Å?However, when the other lads found out they decided to stick together. ââ?¬Å?They didnââ?¬â?¢t think it was fair for the two of them to shoulder the blame. ââ?¬Å?The players went to Burleyââ?¬â?¢s room and told him they were involved in the boozing as well. ââ?¬Å?He was told in no uncertain terms that the squad felt singling them out was unfair. ââ?¬Å?Burley then changed his mind and let them stay in the squad and stay at the hotel before putting them on the bench. ââ?¬Å?He was in a no-win situation as he needed the other players to play against Iceland. ââ?¬Å?What else could he have done? However his authority and standing amongst the other players must now be in grave doubt.ââ?¬Â We revealed yesterday how Ibrox team-mates Ferguson and McGregor went on a booze session lasting at least six hours after flying back from Holland on Sunday morning. The duo hit the bar at around 5am with other players following their crushing 3-0 defeat. Bonding The team had been given permission for the ââ?¬Ë?bonding sessionââ?¬â?¢ by Burley. But while some of the squad went back to their rooms after a couple of drinks, seven stayed ââ?¬â? and Ferguson, 31, and McGregor, 27, kept going until 11am. They were still supping alcohol as other guests, including families, came down for breakfast and to use the facilities at the five-star resort. Witnesses claimed they watched the players down vodkas and Red Bull in the Great Scots bar. We understand Burley was left raging when he learned about their booze antics ââ?¬â? and wanted them sent home immediately. But the boss was left stunned when the five others owned up to being involved in the party. Brown, 23, went to his kip at 10.45am ââ?¬â? around 20 minutes earlier than Ferguson and McGregor. Punishment It is believed Hutton and Whittaker, both 24, Fletcher, 22, and 30-year-old Teale hit the sack at round 9am. Advertisement Our source said: ââ?¬Å?Ferguson and McGregor were not going to land any of the other players in it. They were going to take their punishment but the other lads didnââ?¬â?¢t think that was fair. ââ?¬Å?The other players had been drinking all morning with Ferguson and McGregor but finished just a little while before them. ââ?¬Å?I think Burley was shell-shocked. ââ?¬Å?There was no way he could boot seven players out of the squad. ââ?¬Å?All the guys who were boozing were part of the first-team plans last night and the squad is thin enough. ââ?¬Å?The players have shown him no respect and left him in an impossible situation. ââ?¬Å?However, what manager sanctions his team to go for a drink at 5am with a huge World Cup qualifier to come? ââ?¬Å?They had just played an energy-sapping match and then a flight home to Glasgow and then on to their hotel. ââ?¬Å?A good rest is what they would have needed ââ?¬â? not a few pints.ââ?¬Â He added: ââ?¬Å?Everyone involved in this debacle needs to take a good look at themselves.ââ?¬Â An SFA spokesman said: ââ?¬Å?We can confirm that there has been a breach of team discipline. Disrupt ââ?¬Å?This is being dealt with within the squad. ââ?¬Å?We are not allowing this to disrupt preparations for a vital World Cup qualifying match.ââ?¬Â A spokesman for the West of Scotland Tartan Army blasted the players. He said: ââ?¬Å?They have let themselves and the supporters down. ââ?¬Å?There is still a definite drinking culture in Scottish football. ââ?¬Å?Drinking was okay if you were in the mould of Jimmy Johnstone or Billy Bremner but these guys are not in the same class.ââ?¬Â http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/news/article2355564.ece

GEORGE BURLEY declared that Barry Ferguson and Allan McGregor are still in his Scotland plans despite a breach of discipline last weekend. Both Ferguson and McGregor were relegated to the bench as Scotland managed to see off Iceland 2-1 tonight to maintain their World Cup hopes. However, Burley insisted Ferguson and McGregor will remain very much part of his plans as long as they maintain their form for Rangers. He said: "If it was otherwise, they wouldn't be in the squad." He also hinted Ferguson would remain Scotland captain, saying: "I haven't got a crystal ball. "Barry's still our captain when he's playing. It all depends on games and availability of people." Asked if tonight's result had vindicated his decision to drop the pair, he added: "It's a team game and Barry's very much part of it. "You've got to make some tough decisions at times. I knew it was going to be a different type of game to the game over in Holland, and thankfully it worked out. "Certain things happen and it was dealt with, simple as that."

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ARCHIE CAMPBELL was the hero this afternoon as the Rangers' Reserves beat an experienced Falkirk side 1-0 at Murray Park. The pacey 18-year-old was deployed on the right side of midfield for the majority of the opening 45 minutes but moved in to his familiar role as a striker at the start of the second-half. The tactical switch by coach Tommy Wilson immediately paid dividends when Gregg Wylde played a delightful cross in to the box and Archie was there to guide a terrific shot past Bairns' keeper Robert Olejnik. The goal proved decisive in what was an excellent contest between two very good sides. In the first-half both had chances to get their noses in front and, to be fair, the visitors enjoyed the majority of possession. On 14 minutes Kevin Moffat tried his luck from distance with a 20 yard shot across goal which brought out a terrific save by Graeme Smith who had to dive low to his left. And before the half-hour mark Rangers were again fortunate when Arnau Riera chipped a free-kick in to the box and the unmarked Dean Holden somehow missed the target with a right-foot volley from six yards. Brahim Hemdani Rangers, however, were always a threat and on 36 minutes Steven Naismith was guilty of missing a snip. Campbell flicked the ball between two defenders and sent Naisy racing through on goal. He rounded the keeper but took the ball too wide and his shot from a tight angle zipped across the six yard box and out for a goal kick. The second-half was equally hard fought but Campbell clearly relished being up top alongside Naismith and his instintive strike after the interval was a suckerpunch for the Falkirk players. Steven Naismith in action against Falkirk ReservesOnce the goal had been scored Rangers started to control proceedings with Ross Perry and Danny Wilson hugely impressive in the heart of defence. The pace of Naismith and Campbell was also a contant threat and midway through the half the pair combined brilliantly. The latter picked up the ball on the half-way line and fed it out wide to his strike partner before darting past three markers in to the box. Naismith looked up and found his teammate but his shot was straight at Olejnik. Only minutes later Wylde, being utilised on the left side of midfield, played the ball to the overlapping Steven Smith. His inch-perfect cross was met first-time by Naisy from eight yards but again it was too close to the keeper. In the end the Light Blues held on to their advantage and it was an excellent result for a team littered with under-19 players. Steven Lennon Campbell's speed and movement was impressive throughout as was the defensive qualities of Perry and Wilson. In the centre of midfield Kyle Hutton, who scored in the 19s 6-2 win over Inverness on Saturday, worked hard alongside Brahim Hemdani while Wylde was full of energy on the left. The youngsters deserve great credit for the way they performed against a strong Falkirk side who will be kicking themselves for not taking the chances that came their way before half-time. RANGERS: G. Smith; Lowing, Wilson, Perry, S. Smith; Campbell (Bagci), Hemdani, Hutton, Wylde; Lennon, Naismith Subs Not Used: Vaiculis, Forbes, Durie Scott Falkirk: Olejnik, Holden (Sludden), McCaffrey (Stallard), Allison, Staunton (Young), McBride, Aafjes, Riera, Robertson, Lynch, Moffat Subs Not Used: Andrews, Murdoch Position P W D L F A Gd Pts Celtic 17 14 2 1 41 13 28 44 Rangers 17 10 5 2 34 15 19 35 Hearts 17 8 6 3 25 18 7 30 Dundee United 17 8 3 6 25 18 7 27 St Mirren 19 8 2 9 25 29 -4 26 Hibernian 18 7 3 8 26 32 -6 24 Aberdeen 16 7 2 7 19 20 -1 23 Motherwell 16 6 4 6 26 23 3 22 Kilmarnock 18 6 4 8 18 22 -4 22 Inverness CT 19 5 4 10 25 35 -10 19 Falkirk 19 3 4 12 15 36 -21 13 Hamilton 19 3 3 13 23 41 -17 12

TOMMY WILSON praised the young players that helped his Reserve side secure an excellent 1-0 win over Falkirk at Murray Park. The coach admits that he was concerned when he saw Falkirk's experienced starting line-up and wondered how his talented teens would cope with the demands. Tommy WilsonHe need not have worried as players such as Danny Wilson, Ross Perry, Kyle Hutton, Gregg Wylde and scorer Archie Campbell all stood out and showed that they are ready to feature regularly at this level. Tommy said: "I am delighted with the result today, especially after seeing the experienced team Falkirk had out. "In contrast we had a very young side but coped with the situation very well. "We knew there would come a time when we would have to bring a few of our under-19 players in to the Reserve set-up and today was that day because of internationals and players away on loan etc. "I am thrilled with the performance and credit must go to all the players including Archie Campbell who scored a terrific goal. "Three under-19 players were involved in it with Kyle playing it out to Gregg and then Archie getting on the end of his cross. Archie Campbell celebrates scoring with Gregg Wylde "We had a number of chances in the second-half as did Falkirk throughout the game; we expected that from an accomplished team with a lot of good players. "I didn't feel that we were hanging on after we scored but it would have been nice to get the second goal." Rangers have now taken 16 points from their last six games at Reserve level but remain some distance behind leaders Celtic. Tommy added: "We are on a good run of form right now and we need to be with Celtic still ahead although we have still to play them again. "We're still there with an opportunity to win the league which I would have settled for at the start of the season. "I looked at the team line before today's game and only two players were involved in the previous Reserve game against Falkirk. "So that shows you the changes we have had to make in terms of personnel but we are still in with a fighting chance."

Looks like that was the final result

April fool

JOHN FLECK took the next step in his blossoming career on Saturday when he made his Scotland under-21 debut in Elbasani's Ruzhdi Bizhutu Stadium and he hopes to get another run-out for Billy Stark's team tonight at the Falkirk Stadium. John FleckThe 17-year-old came off the bench in the 80th minute as the young Scots ran out 1-0 winners in the first of two European Championship 2011 group qualifiers against Albania. It was the perfect start for the country's talented kids and they will be looking for a similar result tonight in their second Group 10 fixture. Facing the Albanians was have been a massive boost to Fleck who burst in to Walter Smith's first-team plans earlier this year before taking a slight dip in form which happens to most young stars. After scoring his first senior goal against Dundee United on January 31 John was being tipped for global stardom by sections of the media but the player himself has kept his feet firmly on the ground and realises his first goal is to become an established first-team star at Rangers. He said: "In the past couple of years there has been a lot written and said about me and there is even more now that I have moved in to the first-team. "It is great that people are interested but I let a lot of it go over my head. "I think the most important thing when you are my age is to keep your head down and just focus on trying to play football. "There can be a lot of things happen around you but I just want to do my best at Rangers and keep improving." Despite only making eleven appearances for the Gers' top team to date rumours started back in February that Fleck could be in line for a shock call-up to George Burley's full international squad with the coach admitting he was monitoring his progress. John, however, was delighted to be selected for the country's under-21s and insists this has been the best step for his career. He said: "At times I think people do expect a lot from me but that is something you have to get used to when you are at a club like Rangers. "I have loved the experience of playing in the first-team recently but there was a couple of games where I didn't play as well as I want to. "That has been frustrating but I am still learning and I am sure the consistency will come with the more experience I get." John has not featured in the top team since March 4 against Inverness Caley Thistle but he is fully aware that patience is an important ingredient for any young player at a major club. He said: "The past few months have seen me take a few big steps in that I have played in some big games with Rangers and scored my first goal for the first-team. "I have also been picked for the under-21s and made my debut so I am delighted with the way things are going. "At the same time I know that all the hard work starts here and although I have played against the likes of AC Milan, Celtic, Aberdeen and Dundee United I need to be more consistent. "When you are young your form can go

by Lindsay Herron STEVIE NAISMITH is being given another reserve run-out today when he hopes to prove he is ready for a top team return at Falkirk on Sunday. The former Kilmarnock striker has been finding it hard in recent weeks to get into the action, although he did come on as a sub against Hearts on March 21. Tommy WilsonHowever, with Kyle Lafferty now missing with an ankle injury for at least three weeks it could be a chance for Naismith to stake his claim. The 23-year-old scored twice on his last reserve outing when Tommy Wilson's side defeated Hibs 2-1 on March 10. And he is liable to lead the line with Stevie Lennon today when Rangers meet Falkirk Reserves at Murray Park. Wilson's squad is stretched with so many reserve players on loan and two more joined the list yesterday when Steven Kinniburgh joined St Johnstone and Ross Harvey moved to Brechin City. With the international break there are also a number of other players unavailable so Wilson will have a young side out full of under-19 players. Graeme Smith, Stevie Smith and Brahim Hemdani from the first team squad will play. Rangers have the chance to cut Celtic's lead at the top to five points and they still have a home game to come against their Old Firm rivals so there is still plenty to play for. Wilson said: "We have quite a few lads missing and with so many reserve players on loan it makes it difficult. "Players like Aaron, Maurice Edu and Andrius Velicka would all probably have played but they are away so we have to juggle a bit. "The good thing about having the boys on loan is that if gives them a lot of experience and that's important. "However, at the same time we have to try to win Reserve matches. Hopefully the team we put out will be able to do that." Kick-off at Murray Park is 1pm.

I remember Nilis, quality player

By ROGER HANNAH Published: Today rigTeaserImage BARRY FERGUSON could have played his last game for Scotland ââ?¬â? after being axed by George Burley last night. Skipper Ferguson and his Rangers team-mate Allan McGregor were booted out after an early-morning bevvy session on Sunday. SunSport can reveal boss Burley has binned the pair for tonightââ?¬â?¢s do-or-die World Cup crunch against Iceland at Hampden. Ferguson, 31, and McGregor, 27, joined team-mates for drinks at posh Cameron House Hotel on the banks of Loch Lomond early on Sunday. Burley sanctioned the post-match bonding session, but was left in a rage when it carried on for several HOURS. Itââ?¬â?¢s believed he has spent the last 48 hours pondering a punishment for the Ibrox duo. Fergusonââ?¬â?¢s sensational axeing casts huge doubts over his future with Scotland. He has played just once for Burley in the last 14 months and, despite winning 45 caps, he has never won over the Tartan Army. McGregor, who will be replaced between the sticks by Craig Gordon, has won only four caps. The SFA refused to comment on the boozing claims last night, although chief executive Gordon Smith will come under pressure to make a statement today. Burley will also have to address the incident after tonightââ?¬â?¢s must-win clash. But it is the biggest gamble of his managerial career. Burley will now rip apart the side which plunged to defeat in Holland. Alan Hutton will replace the crocked Graham Alexander at right-back, while West Bromââ?¬â?¢s James Morrison will take Fergusonââ?¬â?¢s place in midfield. Fit-again Stephen McManus will replace Christophe Berra and also be handed the captainââ?¬â?¢s armband in Fergusonââ?¬â?¢s absence. Steven Fletcher is expected to take Gary Tealeââ?¬â?¢s place. Before the sensational row blew up last night, Burley insisted he would not be scared to axe any of his top stars. He said: ââ?¬Å?Itââ?¬â?¢s a one-off game, a cup final for us, and Iââ?¬â?¢ll pick a one-off team to win the match. ââ?¬Å?These are going to be key decisions, big decisions. ââ?¬Å?Iââ?¬â?¢m not going to speak about individuals, but every position is under consideration. Iââ?¬â?¢ll speak to the players in the morning. ââ?¬Å?I had to make hard decisions when we faced Iceland in Reykjavik, but I picked the team that was right and I had no regrets. I will have no regrets this time either. I will back my own judgement. It will simply be what I think will be the best team to win. ââ?¬Å?As a manager, you canââ?¬â?¢t please everybody.ââ?¬Â The absence of Ferguson ââ?¬â? and the circumstances surrounding his exit ââ?¬â? will cause most controversy. Advertisement First capped more than a decade ago, his dreams of a place in the SFA Hall of Fame ââ?¬â? and playing at a major finals ââ?¬â? may now go unfulfilled. He has been capped by FIVE different Scotland bosses ââ?¬â? Craig Brown, Berti Vogts, Walter Smith, Alex McLeish and Burley. Heââ?¬â?¢s also won every domestic honour in Scotland, led Gers into the UEFA Cup Final and twice been honoured as Player of the Year. Itââ?¬â?¢s unclear what the future holds for Ferguson with regard to Scotland as Burley's own job could depend on tonight's result. Defeat or a draw against Iceland would almost certainly end hopes of qualifying for the World Cup Finals in South Africa next summer. SFA chief executive Smith and president George Peat handed the ex-Hearts gaffer the national team job until the end of the qualifying campaign. But if it comes to a premature end this evening, it's certain to prompt calls for the gafferââ?¬â?¢s head after just nine matches in charge. And any future Scotland boss would then have to decide whether to bring Ferguson and McGregor, as well as Kris Boyd, back into the fold. Itââ?¬â?¢s believed the manager is aggrieved that players abused the trust heââ?¬â?¢d placed in them and feels badly let down. A peace pact between Burley and the axed aces canââ?¬â?¢t be ruled out.For now, though, Scotland must enter the most important game of Burleyââ?¬â?¢s reign without their most experienced and influential player. http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/article2353364.ece

STEVEN Kinniburgh is expected to complete a loan move to St Johnstone this afternoon that will see him spend the final few months of the season in Perth. The left back will hope to feature for Derek McInnes's title chasing side as they aim to return to the SPL next season. Kinniburgh joins a host of reserve team players that are currently gaining experience away from Murray Park with Ross Harvey also added to that list today as he joins Second Division Brechin City. Harvey and Kinniburgh are the latest to leave temporarily to earn first team football, following in the footsteps of Lee Robinson, Willie McLachlan, Jordan McMillan, Andrew Shinnie, Georgos Efrem, Dean Furman and Rory Loy. Scott Gallacher, Paul Emslie, Steven Lennon and Alan Lowing have also now returned to the club after loan periods earlier in the season. Kinniburgh, who has made seven reserve appearances for Tommy Wilson's side, will hope to impress during his time in Perth as he prepares to enter the last year of his contract with Rangers in the summer.

I was going to suggest '' Mallet '' as in Timmy, but I don't think BD would take to kindly to being called '' Timmy ''....................

It was the same with bringing Hutton on IMO, when did Hutton last play a competitive match ?, don't get me wrong the guy is a cracking player and I'm glad to see him back from injury, but Burley refused to play Boyd for not playing well with Rangers !!!!!!, he calls up Whittaker and then throws on a player who is hardly match fit !!!!

You put your left hand up, You put your right hand down, The ball flies past and you look like a clown You do the holy goalie and you turn around, Next thing your 3-1 down Ohhhh Artur Boruc....ohhhh Artur Boruc!

Store club will do

John Fleck and Rory Loy both came on as substitutes as Scotland under-21s, with Andrew Shinnie in their ranks, secured an excellent 1-0 away win over Albania.

Ah well it's got to be done , I thought you didn't care too much for the international scene

Is this game on sky ?