DP FC 400 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Today was an emotional roller coaster.It was uplifting to see the long queues of supporters waiting to pay at the gate, after the worries of a mediocre crowd, everyone has rallied round good style.Then the video to the start with all his goals just reminded you that he was a potent goal threat.Then there was the tough bit of watching him fight valiantly to keep his emotions together, not surprisingly there were many more in the stands trying to do the same, with varying degrees of success, I wasn't very successful.Then there was the roars of the crowd, at the start, this convinced me that the not surprisingly subdued crowds of the last few years, may not last for ever, because given the right reasons we can still raise the roof of the stands.At the end of the match the camaraderie of all the pros on both teams showed a real affection towards the crowd, they seemed genuinely taken in by us.On the way home, my daughter said that this was the best match. She had been to in three years, no negativity and everyone pulling together. Can't say I disagree with her. Rendo74 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
now then forever 298 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Nice words on twitter from Andrew Robertson, Martin Compston & Jody Morris. What were the tweets mate?edit:found them..nice words. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnysidparto10 37 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Sounds like a superb tribute to Fernando!I couldn't get to the game today but actually spent time reading his autobiography this afternoon.The video has left me with a lump in my throat! Well done to everyone of the players, fans, staff for what looked and sounded like an brilliant but emotional day!!! W A T P!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBluebells 6,898 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Aye but think they're charging £5 for more money to go to Fernando etc.Glad to hear it and glad they're charging and donating more, will get it tonight when I'm home, cheers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
now then forever 298 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Peter Lovenkrands @lovenkrands11 · 2 hrs 2 hours ago A fantastic day, absolute loved being back playing at Ibrox! And unbelievable turnout from the fans… http://instagram.com/p/ySbcNQG4so/Michael Ball @bally03 · 4 hrs 4 hours ago Fantastic support from the Rangers fans thanks very much for all the support for my mate Fernando! #OldDreamTeam #RFC James Beattie @1jamesbeattie · 1h 1 hour ago A HUGE thank you to all of the @RangersFC fans that turned out for Fernando today. Massive respect. Very emotional day. Very proud to there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammer93 15,056 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 A very emotional day for everyone involved, God knows who long Fernando has left to live but you can clearly see he is still fighting.A big thank you to all the bears that were able to attend the match to give Fernando a day to remember.Keep up the fight Fernando. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Can I just remind everyone that any and all donations received by RangersMedia over the next few days will be donated in full to the Official RCF/Fernando/Isabella/MND Scotland Fund - exactly the same as the ticket sales do.I think the total donations received by RM for Fernando is sitting about £600 right now, but I'm sure we can do better. So if you'd like to donate here's the link...http://www.rangersmedia.co.uk/forum/donate.html (any amount, even £1, is more than welcome!)And here's the Ricksen Appeal discussion thread ...http://forum.rangersmedia.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=276958 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
now then forever 298 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Charlie MillerVerified account @CharlieMiller76 16m16 minutes ago I would like to say thanks to FERNANDO for the game today loved playing infront of the Bears again Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueAvenger 10,208 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 A very emotional day. Fantastic to see such a great crowd pay tribute to Fernando. Heartbraking for him. Well done to everyone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clemdog 39,389 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Jamie Carragher retweeted a picture of our squad today, after slagging team selfies he said he got hundreds sent to him this week, he said the Ricksen one wins hand down. Dietspam and Band of Brothers 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Clemdog 39,389 Posted January 25, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted January 25, 2015 A nice way to sign off an emotional night nemisis, scottishowl, Bothwellbear and 8 others 11 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_RFC87 761 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Great pics, great turnout, well done to everyone involved! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobar 13,676 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Just magnificent. Amazing day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
macranger 296 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Kinda puts everything into perspective today. I didn't realise Fernando had got so bad so quickly. Was watching the video of him at Ibrox back in January last year & he looked really good. I was near crying watching him come on. My sons pal was crying watching him at the end & they're both only 11, so never even saw him play for us. Such a cruel disease. Hope some of the drugs he can get will help him out. All the best Fernando, keep well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrangemouthRSC 832 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Even the helicopter turned up. Inigo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rangers#1 5,459 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 No Surrender Fernando RicksenPics from Peter Lovenkrands instagram http://instagram.com/p/ySbcNQG4so/ RFC55 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1872 20,654 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Was a great day!! Fantastic to see so many ex legends and Fernando of course with a smile on his face. Also good to see Teddy Sheringham finally at Ibrox! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuckthespl 2,444 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Today was difficult at times but i am proud that everyone involved showed alot of support for Fernando. It was a very humbling day and hopefully gives the guy a lift.I couldn't find any of the fernando ricksen wristbands around the stadium. Can they still be bought? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rfc#1. 1,877 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 No your not I am mostly but cheers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Overcome with emotion watching the video Fernando, what can I say? No Surrender! theres been plenty of negative stuff flying about lately concerning Rangers but what I just saw in that video blows all that negativity right out of the water and shows why Rangers, no matter what, are a huge club and when the crunch comes can pull together as one to look after one of their own. Fernando: fight on mate we are all with you Rangers: A club like no other markem 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
harlands plater 16,962 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 A day of emotion, I had a massive lump in my throat seeing Fernando before and after the game. I lost a family member to this terrible disease and have so much admiration for the way he is handling his situation.I wasn't shocked at the attendance, I always had a feeling the Bears would come out in big numbers today, we are a family and when the chips are down we look after our own. Great to see so many legends turning out for their mate, and well done to the All Stars guys with no connection to Rangers but who saw fit to come and turn out for Fernando. Rfc#1., Escobar, Clemdog and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeloyal 104 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Felt so sad. What Fernando and his family must be going though. A proud day in how many turned in support of him. This is what Rangers is all about. What a powerful force when we are united. Heartfelt and true. Puts other matters into perspective.God bless you Fernando, you are so brave and a hero. Rfc#1. and markem 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tannerall 25,935 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Sheringham's chip. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2341989-teddy-sheringham-scores-outrageous-chip-in-fernando-ricksen-tribute-game Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMC 125 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Life´s a bitch at times.. Just keep fighting Fernando! Rfc#1. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
beechwood bear 559 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Great turnout for a great man. The way he's fighting this awful disease is inspirational. markem 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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