klbs-RFC 21 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 Rangers fans in Hampden march to protest against transfer embargoSupporters incensed by SFA's imposition of a 12-month ban on player registration.Thousands of Rangers fans are protesting at Hampden against a 12-month transfer ban imposed on the club by the Scottish Football Association (SFA).The Ibrox club was handed the sanction, along with a £160,000 fine, after a judicial panel set up by Scottish football's governing body found it guilty of five charges in relation to their finances and the appointment of Craig Whyte as chairman.Fans have been incensed at the transfer ban and manager Ally McCoist said the embargo could "kill" the club.Rangers Fans Unite said the march is being held against the "unfair, draconian and unsporting punishments meted out to Rangers FC and its fans because of the behaviour of Craig Whyte".The march began at Queens Park at 1.30pm and ended inside Hampden stadium where the crowd was addressed by former Rangers player Sandy Jardine.He said: "Since the club has gone into administration the fans have been magnificent in their support of the club and the rally gives the fans an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to saving our beloved Rangers from the proposed sanctions."It is important to stress that everyone involved in this procession acts in a responsible manner to represent the club in the best possible light."Strathclyde Police said that around 5000 supporters attended the march, and that there had been no arrests. A spokeswoman added that officers were "delighted" with the fans' conduct.On Friday, two takeover bids were submitted to the Rangers' administrators Duff and Phelps.One is from the Blue Knights - fronted by former Ibrox director Paul Murray - and the other is from American businessman Bill Miller.Both bids are subject to conditions with the Blue Knights seeking a Company Voluntary Agreement (CVA) with creditors, and Mr Miller's bid depending on the outcome of further potential sanctions from the football authorities. 5000 fans Double or treble that Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingWilBEARy 4,319 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 Whoever wrote that seems dissapointed that there was no arrests. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glasgow argyle 1,093 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 well done, glad there was no trouble and no arrests, WATP Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarcheVinny 1,003 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 There were 10,000 there, an incredible turnout. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 Well done bears Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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