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Russell Martin Says He Has 'Enjoyed' Scrutiny as Rangers Prepare for Europa League Opener

He casts the pressure as a chance for growth ahead of Genk's Europa League visit to Ibrox.

Overview

  • The Rangers manager said he has, "in a perverse way," enjoyed the intense focus on his tenure and wants his team to build momentum in Europe.
  • Supporters protested against Martin and chief executive Patrick Stewart during the weekend, though Martin said he feels backed by the owners and leadership.
  • Rangers are second bottom in the Premiership and exited the Champions League qualifiers 9-1 on aggregate to Club Brugge, setting the backdrop for heightened scrutiny.
  • Squad update for Genk: Max Aarons is suspended, Joe Rothwell returns, Lyall Cameron is expected back next week, and Rabbi Matondo and Dujon Sterling have resumed training but are not ready.
  • Martin defended a Loch Lomond bonding trip and rejected pundit suggestions that a night out would solve the team’s issues.