Rangers legend Ally McCoist delivered a scathing assessment of his former club’s performance, branding their 2-1 defeat to Motherwell as “embarrassing” in a blunt social media reaction. The loss marked a disappointing home debut for Barry Ferguson, whose tenure as interim manager is off to a turbulent start.
Rangers found themselves two goals down before halftime, with goalkeeper Jack Butland at fault for the opener after spilling a routine strike from Dan Casey, allowing Luke Armstrong to pounce. Tom Sparrow doubled the visitors’ lead, leaving the Ibrox crowd stunned at the break. Despite Cyriel Dessers pulling a goal back in the second half, the hosts failed to complete a comeback.
McCoist, known for his candid opinions, took to X (formerly Twitter) on 1 March, summing up the frustration of Rangers supporters in a single word: “Embarrassing.” His reaction echoed the sentiments of many fans, who had hoped for a turnaround following Philippe Clement’s dismissal.
Ferguson, stepping in on an interim basis, oversaw a dramatic 4-2 comeback win over Kilmarnock in his first match, but his second game in charge exposed deeper issues within the squad. Rangers dominated possession (62% to 38%) and outshot Motherwell (11 to 4), but their lack of cutting edge and defensive lapses proved costly.
With uncertainty surrounding the club’s future, speculation over the next permanent manager continues to grow. Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes has been widely tipped as a potential successor, while former England and Everton manager Sean Dyche has also been suggested—though his candidacy has been met with mixed reactions from supporters.
Off the pitch, Rangers fans are closely monitoring the San Francisco 49ers’ reported interest in a takeover, which could bring much-needed structural changes at the club. However, any significant transformation will require time and patience.
For now, Rangers must regroup quickly as they look to salvage their season. While McCoist’s reaction was harsh, it reflects the growing frustration among fans who demand higher standards from a club with title ambitions.
As Ferguson continues his short-term spell in charge, all eyes will be on whether Rangers can bounce back and regain momentum—or if further turmoil awaits at Ibrox.