the gunslinger 3,366 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Could do both. If we can win at Elland Road with no fans I'm sure we can at Tannadice. what do you know about ellan rd you were about 1 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
forlanssister 3,066 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 The result of a cup tie will have no bearing on us getting back to the top or not. Probably not, but there is a theoretical route into the Europa League if we were to win the cup. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythebest 0 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Probably not, but there is a theoretical route into the Europa League if we were to win the cup. Not unless the European ban could get overturned. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythebest 0 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 what do you know about ellan rd you were about 1 Aye but it's just about famous enough for me to have heard a lot about it. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billmcmurdo Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Welcome to the forum Bill. As you can see from the various comments, emotions are still running high and as ever, opinions are very varied, but that's a good thing..... To others here: play nice please folks! Thanks My own view is that the boycott is right but I think Goughie deserves not to be abused for taking an opposite view 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,514 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Thanks My own view is that the boycott is right but I think Goughie deserves not to be abused for taking an opposite view My views as well,not evreyone agrees with the boycott and should not be abused for thinking that way, we are all bears P.S. welcome to gersnet Bill 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aweebluesoandso 290 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Thanks My own view is that the boycott is right but I think Goughie deserves not to be abused for taking an opposite view Loving your work Bill, It's one of the first things I like to read in the mornings/afternoon time permitting. The reply section is always great for a laugh, we have have some great characters in our support. But after all we are a broad church. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,514 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Captain Lee McCulloch revealed the decision not to take tickets for the United tie also had the full support of the Ibrox dressing room. Ally McCoist 'fully supports' Rangers' decision to refuse Scottish Cup tickets 7 Dec 2012 18:20 THE Rangers boss says the lack of travelling support will not be ideal but respects the opinion of the club's supporter groups. RANGERS manager Ally McCoist has backed "100%" the decision not to accept the club's ticket allocation for February's Scottish Cup tie against Dundee United. Rangers fans groups immediately called for a boycott of the Tannadice fixture after the fifth round draw was made. Ibrox chief executive Charles Green subsequently confirmed the club would not be taking their allocation for what will be the first match away to SPL opposition since Rangers were relaunched as a new company and denied entry to the SPL. McCoist admits a lack of travelling support for the clash will not be ideal, but respects the opinions of the vast majority of supporters on the issue. He said: "It goes without saying that we are enjoying arguably our greatest support in terms of numbers and backing in many years so it's not an ideal situation that we won't have any Rangers fans in the stadium. "But the club have taken this stance and it's one that I fully support as well. "There are pros and cons in all the arguments and I can see all sides of the arguments. "I've spoken to a couple of the heads of our supporters groups for the opinion of their members and they have told me overwhelmingly that the vast majority - nearly unanimous - didn't want to take tickets for the game. "I value their opinion very highly and I respect their opinion. "We all want to move on but, at the same time, I can understand the stance taken by the supporters. I back them 100%." A number of top-flight clubs took into account the views of their own supporters when they voted to reject newco Rangers' application for entry to the SPL in the summer. McCoist added: "When we were voted out of the league, a lot of the chairmen and club representatives told us that they were listening to their fans, which is totally understandable and acceptable. "With this stance, we've decided to do the same. "I would also say we should tread carefully down that road because it's not to say that the fans are going to be 100% right all the time. "But I certainly believe they should have a voice and it should be listened to and appreciated." Some Rangers fans believe United chairman Stephen Thompson was an influential figure in their SPL bid being rejected, before the club was voted into the Irn-Bru Third Division. Asked if fans would favour a similar boycott of future away fixtures against other SPL opposition, McCoist said: "I genuinely don't know. "I can't answer that question because I don't know what the opinions of the fans are regarding other SPL clubs. "What I do know is that they feel quite vociferous and vocal in their support of not taking an allocation at all for this particular game." Rangers will celebrate the club's 140th year at Ibrox tomorrow and McCoist stressed the importance of marking the occasion with three points against Stirling Albion, who inflicted their only league defeat so far this season. He said: "There are a lot of top quality Rangers boys coming back to enjoy the game. I really hope it's a fantastic occasion. "The most important thing from our point of view is that we can add to it being a fantastic occasion if we do the business. "We must keep our focus for the game." Captain Lee McCulloch revealed the decision not to take tickets for the United tie also had the full support of the Ibrox dressing room. He said: "I understand the majority of the supporters' and the club's stance on it. As players, we totally back that. "It's something we will cope with. It's not a last-minute thing. "I think the most important thing is that the dressing room shows their support for what's happened." Asked if the players are likely to be affected by the lack of fans, McCulloch added: "It's never happened before but we've got plenty of time to get our heads around it and hopefully get the result. "We're paid to play football." http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/f...angers-1478544 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zappa 0 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Thanks My own view is that the boycott is right but I think Goughie deserves not to be abused for taking an opposite view Agreed and I think the boycott's right too, but I'm also sort of sitting on the fence because I think if it's happening at all, then it should be all ten clubs who voted against us whenever the away games against them fall. I also think that if we draw Celtic home or away there should be some sort of action taken. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the gunslinger 3,366 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Aye but it's just about famous enough for me to have heard a lot about it. you wont remember but the home leg was shown on tv as a delayed broadcast. basically the whole game was shown starting at 10pm. so i avoided the score and sat down to watch it with my dad who knew the score. it gets to half time and its 2-1 to the bears. my dad stands up and says im off to bed son not much point watching the second half. gutted. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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