RFC54 8 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Scottish football is dead set on destroying Rangers, and itself if that's what it takes to get rid of Rangers. So here's something I think is worth seriously considering.Why don't we (the body of fans/ex-players/Rangers legends and others that define Rangers and have been involved in credible takeover bids) buy up a lower league English club in the North of England and decide that it will be Rangers. This is a different strategy to the Bury idea; I'm talking about taking the decision to not play at Ibrox but play games in England instead.There's nothing to stop this happening; the only issue with getting into English Football is having to play home games there. Airdrie bought their way back into Scottish football by taking over Clydebank, so this strategy also passes the all important Sporting Integrity test, since no-one seemed to care about them taking a similar route.I'm not 100% convinced this would be a the best route but given the anti-Rangers agenda in Scotland I believe it's worth debating. Some people will hate it and I can see why. Others I'm sure will see a lot of advantages.What defines Rangers? I would say the fans do and our collective experiences (winning, losing, being Rangers fans). But does playing at Ibrox and being in Scotland define Rangers? Our history defines us yes but this strategy doesn't change anything in that regard.Imagine this:Some of the credible money that is waiting to back Rangers gets behind the idea. Fans groups do. Walter Smith and other legends are moved into prominent positions. By that stage Charles Green has to come on board, so the stadium and Murray park are part of the package too. This is sounding a lot like Rangers to me. Players train at Murray Park and play in England. Ibrox main stand remains as a Rangers-owned building and spiritual home, and Ibrox could be re-used if rules were ever changed about location.A fresh start - Rangers from 1873 to 2012 dominated Scottish football, and Rangers 2012-onwards would be embarking on a new, bigger and more exciting challenge.It would also leave Celtic in the position of rotting in Scotland or having to follow suit; either of which would firmly put them back in their place. They don't do 'top dogs' very well so they'd probably appreciate these two options as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon. 7 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Crack pot Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nachothelegend 1,932 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 I am now desperate to see Rangers in Engerland where we would be treated Fairly as a Member Club , even Unibond Level has to be better and more exciting than this shit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef 436 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Can't just change a club and call it rangers, we have a history to be proud of and ee will and should defend this club, at this time and not run from these vermin ruining all that is good about Scottish football, us. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwhiteandblue 3,330 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Rangers in Scotland, at Ibrox or nothing for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudrupno1 3,932 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 As soon as I read "not play at Ibrox" I stopped reading Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Rangers play at Ibrox.That is above all else. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterD 7,446 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Eh naw! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueballss 2,975 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 being Rangers and playing at Ibrox defines us as a club, this is the shortfall for all the yahoo's out there Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaddockLoyal 105 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 I genuinely think the bheasts have a similar plan regarding a small English club. http://forum.rangersmedia.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=230088&st=0&p=1060186402&hl=sneaking&fromsearch=1entry1060186402Although I think they will couple it with a legal challenge (freedom of trade?) which would allow them to move and merge the small club to the glitterdome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie29 774 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Would you like that to happen to our club? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombaybadboy08 15,660 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 A couple of runways short of an airport. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebooler 4,509 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 I would call this running away.We stay where we are and we fight for our club.The Rangers. The Rangers from Govan who play at Ibrox Park. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougie247 9 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 to be fair if we had been in england then im pretty sure we would have been out of business Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC54 8 Posted July 16, 2012 Author Share Posted July 16, 2012 Crack potWith respect, having the tagline "Fcuk The Pope" puts you more in Crack pot category than me.My point is about thinking of new ways out of the situation we're in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef 436 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Someone has no emotional ties up here to suggest this Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC54 8 Posted July 16, 2012 Author Share Posted July 16, 2012 Someone has no emotional ties up here to suggest thisI've been in England for a over ten years but had a season ticket at Ibrox for a long time before that when up in Scotland. My perspective is therefore different yes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef 436 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 I've been in England for a over ten years but had a season ticket at Ibrox for a long time before that when up in Scotland. My perspective is therefore different yes.I understand that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlCapone 7,678 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Dear oh dear Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzz 306 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 This is our club.No surrender, and certainly no walking away to England. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_ger 1,454 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Ibrox is the only home for The Rangers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamFyfe 1,438 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 I'd miss Ibrox too much Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
achaleven 38 Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 Eh, don't think you have to play home games in England when you play down there. Cardiff, Swansea, Wrexham?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiddyp 15 Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 Rangers are a Scottish club that should play in Scotland. While playing England is a interesting prospect it should remain just that. Rangers and indeed Scottish football will come through this dark period stronger with us at the forefront once again. The Regans and Doncasters of this world will always be found out as dishonourable intentions always falter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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