The Rangers club dismiss Martin following 17 fixtures.
After just 17 games in charge, Russell Martin has been dismissed as Rangers manager, as the club declared "even though rebuilding takes time, results have not met expectations".
His last match in charge was the 1-1 draw at Falkirk on Sunday, after which he required a police escort away from the grounds after fans tried to block the team bus from leaving.
Increasing scrutiny had been directed at Martin and opposition from Ibrox supporters during a disappointing opening period to the campaign.
The club waited until the end of September to secure their first Scottish Premiership victory, and the side endured a humiliating 9-1 aggregate defeat against Club Brugge during Champions League qualification in August.
Officials highlighted that rebuilding processes demand time, yet outcomes need to satisfy requirements.
Key Points
- Martin's leadership spanned 17 games
- Concluding game ended 1-1
- Needed security following match
- Underwhelming term beginning
- Late September first league victory
- Substantial European setback against Belgian opponents
Looking Ahead
The process starts for a fresh manager to guide the Ibrox club forward as the club seeks to reconstruct their season and regain winning ways.
