RIP Sir Walter

[folkestoneger 8,131]

1 minute ago, The Dude said:

Someone send me a link, I'm going to go in two-footed on them.

Just search afc chat

[6superbarry6 14,154]

Amazing man and even had an influence in one of the all time greats careers. 

[We Will Follow Rangers 12,921]

Watching all the tributes on sky and on the internet, absolutely choked man, I thought losing Sandy was hard, whats been made Chrystal clear in all the tributes is not only was he a very special football manager but he was also a very special human being, his wife, his sons and his grandchildren's loss must be incalculable and my heart goes out to them, but his loss to his other family, the Rangers one, is absolutely huge.

 

[NeoGeo7 10,498]

 

[falkirkNS 6,298]

5 minutes ago, Inigo said:

McFadden is a good guy.

Mcfadden was brought up a tarrier but I find him refreshing especially via walker/crocker commentary. Like wee mccann, mcfadden is fair and genuine.

[Jimfanciesthedude 24,540]

2 minutes ago, falkirkNS said:

Mcfadden was brought up a tarrier but I find him refreshing especially via walker/crocker commentary. Like wee mccann, mcfadden is fair and genuine.

When he needs to be neutral he can be, he'll never hide his leanings which is fair enough, 

[cstamomusa 3,809]

Broken hearted waking up to this news today. When I moved to the States in 1990 it was almost impossible to watch games, so I missed soo much of his time in charge. My mum sent me newspaper clippings so I could follow along. Self isolating last year allowed me to view a lot of old games and kept me going at a time without regular games. What a legend he was, the joy, the titles, and the players he gave to us was just immense.  Today I am joined in sadness with Bears & Bearettes around the world and will toast to the Gaffer gone to soon.  

[JamieD 18,928]

1 minute ago, We Will Follow Rangers said:

Watching all the tributes on sky and on the internet, absolutely choked man, I thought losing Sandy was hard, whats been made Chrystal clear in all the tributes is not only was he a very special football manager but he was also a very special human being, his wife, his sons and his grandchildren's loss must be incalculable and my heart goes out to them, but his loss to his other family, the Rangers one, is absolutely huge.

 

He always came across as a good bloke and I was aware that players and colleagues thought very highly of him as a man, but it's definitely an extra level of insight that I have got today, watching clips of players like McFadden talking about him, from outside the perspective of Rangers. It sounds like Walter was a man who went out of his way for everybody. I feel a deep sense of regret that I will never have a chance to meet him.

[Bears r us 30,791]

2 hours ago, GabrielTomato said:

This picture is so moving, normally a still pic would not effect me very much, but this is so powerful and also makes me very proud as well.

Mrs Bru and I have just been along to Ibrox with a scarf and both gates are now getting covered with tops, scarfs and flags. Many bunches of flowers also being laid, it will be a huge tribute by tomorrow night. 

[285miles 499]

Will never be forgotten for the incredible contribution inspiration and success he brought to the club 

73 far too young 😥

[falkirkNS 6,298]

“Rangers FC. Do not enter unless you are ready to put yourself second - and that should be the one and only time second is good enough for you” Walter Smith OBE

[Sparkle 53,557]

I just mustered the courage to listen to Ally’s tribute.  He’s such a good speaker and put into words so much of what we are all thinking. Also i’m glad that he and Graeme got to see Walter on Saturday. 

[fuckthespl 2,447]

5 minutes ago, falkirkNS said:

“Rangers FC. Do not enter unless you are ready to put yourself second - and that should be the one and only time second is good enough for you” Walter Smith OBE

That is the first timeI have heard this quote. Do you know any background to it such as when he said it?

[the goal machine 7,801]

 

[magic8ball 27,901]

31 minutes ago, Inigo said:

McFadden is a good guy.

Went up a few steps in my estimation.

The only video Iv been brave enough to watch so far .

[Kents_Hook 1,413]

I just woke up to the news sir walter passed away, when i saw the news on twitter i was hoping it was some sick joke but then i saw Rangers official twitter posted it my heart sank, there's not a lot that can be said that hasn't already been said..........I never thought in my wildest dreams would we go from the horrible tenure that was le guen to being guided to the uefa cup final under ally, kenny and walter then go on to win 3 league championships followed by some incredible cup wins and moments.

RIP Sir Walter Smith  (Simply The Best)

[Goofy The Scot 584]

1 hour ago, the sliver fox said:

Still can't believe the great man has gone. It has been a day of mixed emotions for me today. Stepdaughters birthday today, so started the day wishing happy birthday to her, only to find out about the passing of Sir Walter. I was blubbing while watching and reading all the well wishes and tributes when my mum phoned me to say she has been given the all clear following her recent breast cancer battle. I am fucking emotional wreck today.

 

Great news about your mum 

[Hadron Collider 30,860]

Wee Nacho on Sky making me greet again. 

[esquire8 42,452]

Just managed to get through Gerrards interview. Fucking hell that was a tough one. Still can't bring myself to watch the clubs tribute.

[BlueSuedeSambas 53,775]

9 minutes ago, fuckthespl said:

That is the first timeI have heard this quote. Do you know any background to it such as when he said it?

Interview with Jim Traynor after we won back to back titles in 09 and 10.

[Sparkle 53,557]

3 minutes ago, Hadron Collider said:

Wee Nacho on Sky making me greet again. 

I’ve turned the TV and Radio off now. 

[kelvd1873 7,159]

“Walter smiths blue n white army

Walter smiths blue n white army” 

[STEPPS BOY 73,890]

The Story on the Hearts pages sums the guy up.

 

A gentleman.

[Prso's headband 35,428]

3 minutes ago, STEPPS BOY said:

The Story on the Hearts pages sums the guy up.

 

A gentleman.

Amazing to read Walter’s reaction after the cup final defeat in what Walter would’ve believed to be his last game with us. 
 

Sheer class

[Thermopylae 15,286]

He arrived at Ibrox still a young man and left a legend

... RIP Walter