Gonzo79 13,660 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 So why is it we are so hated if it is nothing to do with politics or religion? Let's bear in mind, we haven't won a major trophy in six years. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,418 Posted December 4, 2017 Author Share Posted December 4, 2017 Rangers to appeal Ryan Jack red card against Aberdeen By Andrew Dickson Last Updated: 04/12/17 2:39pm Rangers are going to appeal Ryan Jack's red card in their 2-1 weekend win at his old club Aberdeen, according to Sky sources.The midfielder was sent off in the second half of the match at Pittodrie after a challenge with home player Stevie May. Although the 25-year-old won the ball first, he then connected with May's ankle in the same movement and the striker went off injured soon after. Jack has now been sent off four times for Rangers following his summer move from the Scottish Premiership runners-up. He had only been red carded three times in his senior career prior to his switch to Ibrox, with one of those coming against his current team last season. Jack has had two of his three previous dismissals - against Hibernian and Kilmarnock - successfully overturned on appeal. If his red card stands on this occasion, he will serve a three-match ban and miss games this month with Ross County, Hibernian and St Johnstone. http://www.skysports.com/football/news/11781/11156425/rangers-to-appeal-ryan-jack-red-card-against-aberdeen 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
buster. 4,808 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 So why is it we are so hated if it is nothing to do with politics or religion? Let's bear in mind, we haven't won a major trophy in six years. Different people hate and dislike us for different reasons, including politics and religion. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuGers 477 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 I agree, but I think that pro-union is distinct from unionist. For example, how many of the people who voted no, regularly sing unionist songs? (not that that is necessary but it's the type of behaviour we're talking about here.) I think we may be disagreeing on semantics mate. When I say Unionist, I mean pro-Union. If that’s the wrong terminology they apologies for the confusion. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete 2,499 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Different people hate and dislike us for different reasons, including politics and religion. Add jealousy of our success as the main reason. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuGers 477 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 I never said that unionists or all Gers fans were part of the OO.....just that the OO influence has had an effect over the years......Remember the excitement years ago about orange strips - that wasn't in support of Holland Over the years the OO & Unionism have become associated with the club, but I would argue not through the clubs doing. Fair point that I can’t disagree with. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuGers 477 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 I actually agree with what your saying here.....and out of the 5 potential reason, none of them are based on Unions or religion.I would say the most probably is D..... I would argue that A, B, D and E could be based on religion or politics, based on who is actually pulling the strings. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
compo 6,148 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Yesterday's referree is a total clown disliked by fans of all club's . 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill 13,717 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 If you're having difficulty accepting institutional bias against Rangers by referees, try instead contemplating the same accusation against media bosses and journalists. Do you think the rabid media smearing of everything Rangers is brought about by some sort of contagious medical condition ... or by tribal hatred, the same social disorder I am convinced lies at the heart of demonstrably biased refereeing. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooponthewing 1,139 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 (edited) If you're having difficulty accepting institutional bias against Rangers by referees, try instead contemplating the same accusation against media bosses and journalists. Do you think the rabid media smearing of everything Rangers is brought about by some sort of contagious medical condition ... or by tribal hatred, the same social disorder I am convinced lies at the heart of demonstrably biased refereeing. There is definitely substance to what you saying Bill. Unfortunately there will alway be Bears who can’t see the wood for the trees. Probably a number of reasons why it’s easier for some to live in denial? When we have sycophants on various radio stations doing their job for them it dosnt help either. I had a brief listen tonight where we have an ex Ranger agreeing that Jacks challenge was akin to “unarmed combat”. It’s easier for some just to nod their heads and pretend it’s ok. Totally agree with you regarding tribal, political and social leanings in Scottish society. It drips into sport through the media and right now we are facing prejudicial treatment through referees on a football pitch. The deeper semantic meanings involved are much more unsavoury imo. Edited December 4, 2017 by cooponthewing 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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