Creampuff 22,628 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Rangers just announced the retirement of the number 12 in dedication to the fans support in recent months Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Andypendek Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 <wipes away tear> Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
debear 603 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Means Lee Wallace is going back to Hearts then. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarcheVinny 1,003 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Is this more that a football manager banter? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
debear 603 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 RANGERS have today revealed they will retire the number 12 jersey in honour of the fans who have shown their unwavering support since the club went into administration.Fans from Govan to America have really stepped up and shown their incredible backing in what has been a difficult last few months and supporters have made a positive difference to their beloved club by filling Ibrox and cheering on the team in times of adversity.Rangers will now pay tribute to the supporters at Saturday's game against Motherwell at Ibrox by dedicating the number 12 jersey to the global fanbase and there will be a card display with a personal message of thanks from boss Ally McCoist on every seat.The first-team squad will also carry a banner of thanks to the supporters on to the pitch before kick off and a special souvenir programme will be available saluting the fans who have continued to back the club they love.McCoist said: "Supporters are often referred to as the 12th man and now more than ever we are seeing the incredible backing of our global fanbase doing all they can to help Rangers in difficult circumstances."To that end, we will pay tribute to our fans by retiring the No.12 jersey in their honour and dedicating it forever more to the supporters."I have been truly humbled by the way our fans have supported the club since we went into administration."To a man our support has been everything that we thought it would be and more, and they have shown an allegiance to the club, to the staff and the players which has been unequalled."It is clear our supporters will march with us to the ends of the earth and I would like to personally thank each and every one of them for their on-going loyalty and commitment to the club we all love."Lee Wallace, the club's current number 12, said: "The fans have been absolutely fantastic this season and handing over the number 12 jersey to them is the least I can do."I think it is a great gesture by the club as their support has been amazing, especially during the administration period, and the squad can't thank them enough for their backing." Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanh91 75 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Wallace will be 3 next year. Fantastic gesture. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jafrfc 614 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 RANGERSÂ have today revealed they will retire the number 12 jersey in honour of the fans who have shown their unwavering support since the club went into administration.Fans from Govan to America have really stepped up and shown their incredible backing in what has been a difficult last few months and supporters have made a positive difference to their beloved club by filling Ibrox and cheering on the team in times of adversity.Rangers will now pay tribute to the supporters at Saturday's game against Motherwell at Ibrox by dedicating the number 12 jersey to the global fanbase and there will be a card display with a personal message of thanks from boss Ally McCoist on every seat.The first-team squad will also carry a banner of thanks to the supporters on to the pitch before kick off and a special souvenir programme will be available saluting the fans who have continued to back the club they love.McCoist said: "Supporters are often referred to as the 12th man and now more than ever we are seeing the incredible backing of our global fanbase doing all they can to help Rangers in difficult circumstances."To that end, we will pay tribute to our fans by retiring the No.12 jersey in their honour and dedicating it forever more to the supporters."I have been truly humbled by the way our fans have supported the club since we went into administration."To a man our support has been everything that we thought it would be and more, and they have shown an allegiance to the club, to the staff and the players which has been unequalled."It is clear our supporters will march with us to the ends of the earth and I would like to personally thank each and every one of them for their on-going loyalty and commitment to the club we all love."Lee Wallace, the club's current number 12, said: "The fans have been absolutely fantastic this season and handing over the number 12 jersey to them is the least I can do."I think it is a great gesture by the club as their support has been amazing, especially during the administration period, and the squad can't thank them enough for their backing." From official site Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBluebells 6,898 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 From the Rangers FC Facebook.Lee Wallace: "The fans have been absolutely fantastic this season and handing over the number 12 jersey to them is the least I can do. "I think it is a great gesture by the club as their support has been amazing, especially during the administration period, and the squad can't thank them enough for their backing". Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jafrfc 614 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Didn't see the other thread, if admin could delete this please. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikhailichenko 90 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Wow, just wow. I never thought such a simple gesture could evoke so much emotion in me. WATP :21: Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted May 3, 2012 Author Share Posted May 3, 2012 I think it's an excellent gesture from the club to pay back the support for all we've done.More than a club Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather 72,378 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Years from now when Rangers are back where we belong our childrens children will ask why no bear wears the number 12 and the story will be told of how each and every one of us stood by our club in its darkest day to show support like no other club has or will experience in times of hardship.More than a club. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVB 2,560 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Means Lee Wallace is going back to Hearts then. Bastard! Near choked on my toast! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerwelly 115 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 It's my boys 5th birthday today and now this news, great gesture by The Gers! They say good things come in 333 Mmmmmm I wonder!?!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCR1 1,517 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Superb, great gesture Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricksen_da_best 2,034 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 What a fukin football club. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVB 2,560 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Anyone else thinking about having a 12 tattooed on their back? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozblue 4,331 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 maybe Wallace will get the #5 shirt if Sasa leaves. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearette 23 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Simple but excellent gesture by the club. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paisleyroad 894 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 top gesture Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
boss 1,941 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Amazing gesture. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottyc06 6,916 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Cue sudden increase in the number 12 being printed on the back of shirts!! Great gesture by the club!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrT 173 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Rangers just announced the retirement of the number 12 in dedication to the fans support in recent months Such a fitting gesture and this means a lot to us the fans and it's good to see the club recognise that we truly are the best fans in the world, we are Rangers!Also next season is my 12th season ticket so again very fitting indeed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcoholic 1,348 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Great gesture.I can feel a new tattoo coming on Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis 1,011 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 We Are The People. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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