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RANGERS are pushing hard to prise the SPL title from the grasp of Old Firm rivals Celtic.

Manager Walter Smith knows all about the pressures of being involved in such a close title race.

The Gers had to beat Aberdeen 2-0 at Ibrox on the final day of the 1990/91 season for Walter to land his first trophy as boss.

So, what happened to that team?

Gary Stevens

Widely considered to be Rangers best right back since Sandy Jardine. The England internationalist played at Ibrox for six years and helped the Gers win 10 trophies in that time. Moved on to Tranmere Rovers in a £350,000 deal in 1994. Played for another four years before hanging up his boots aged 35 because of a persistent ankle injury. The Everton legend trained as a physiotherapist after that and now works in the stroke unit of the Ellesmere Port Hospital and in the Willaston Sports Injury Clinic on The Wirral.

Mark Hateley

After a decidedly shaky start to his Rangers career, the English striker established himself as an Ibrox great. Scored both of his side's goals in this 2-0 win over Aberdeen on the final day of the season to clinch the title for new boss Walter Smith. After five memorable years with the Gers, Hateley joined Queen's Park Rangers in 1995. He was, though, sensationally lured back to his former club for the final games of the 1996/97 season. Despite being sent-off in a 1-0 win over Celtic, he duly helped Walter Smith's men land yet another title. After an unsuccessful spell as manager at Hull City, he returned to Scotland and moved into media work. Now a newspaper columnist and pundit for Setanta Sports.

Terry Hurlock

One of the most, ahem, combative players ever to don a Rangers shirt. The Hackney-born midfielder only played one season at Ibrox but during that time he certainly made his mark - and not just on the shins of opposing players. The Graeme Souness signing from Millwall amassed a record number of disciplinary points as the Gers landed the League Cup and Premier League title. Moved on to Southampton that summer and then Fulham before retiring aged 38 in 1996. Now works as a builder in London, but Terry still raises the roof on visits back to Govan to do the half-time draw on match days.

Ian Durrant

This was a hugely satisfying moment for the midfielder. Three years earlier he had suffered a career-threatening injury after an appalling tackle by Neil Simpson of Aberdeen. Durrant had made his comeback in a reserve game against Hibs that month. He would play on at Ibrox for another seven years and win many more trophies. Moved on to Kilmarnock in 1998. After retiring in 2002 he became a youth coach at Rugby Park. Returned to Rangers in 2005 in the same role. Now looks after the reserves at Murray Park.

Jimmy Bell

Rangers bus driver and kit controller, Jimmy is still at Ibrox.

Ally McCoist

What can you say. The best Rangers striker ever? He was certainly the top scorer. Super Ally banged in no fewer than 355 goals in his 15 trophy-laden years at Ibrox. One of the most decorated players in Scottish football history. Joined Kilmarnock in 1998 and played on for three years. Moved into television work after that. Became a popular captain on BBC show A Question of Sport and a knowledgeable pundit. Former manager Walter Smith tempted him to return to football as his assistant coach when he was appointed Scotland boss in 2006. Currently Smith's No.2 at Rangers. Tipped to succeed his mentor one day.

Tam Cowan

No, not THAT Tam Cowan. The one-time former Rangers left back Tam Cowan. After just one season at Clyde, Cowan was snapped up for £100,000 in 1988. He was seen as an exciting prospect for the future. However, he only played in a handful of first team games at Ibrox. Sadly, he broke his leg in this match with the Dons. It was the last time he played for the Gers. Moved on to Sheffield United in the summer. Went on to make over 600 appearances in senior football for 13 clubs. Joined non-league Hyde United this season but retired last weekend. Set to become a fireman.

Scott Nisbet

The league decider against Aberdeen was one of the talented young centre-half's finest moments. He helped Rangers keep a clean sheet and win the title despite fellow defenders Cowan and John Brown both leaving the field with bad injuries. Is fondly remembered for his fluked goal in a Champions League win over Brugge in 1992. Sadly, a pelvic injury cut short his career, aged just 25, the following year. Came out of retirement nine years later to turn out for junior side Arniston Rangers. Now running the Lanzarote Soccer School.

Nigel Spackman

The classy midfielder won many admirers for his intelligent play in his three seasons at Rangers. Returned to Chelsea in 1992 and spent another four years at Stamford Bridge. Finished off his career at Sheffield United. Became player/manager at the Blades. Resigned in protest at the sale of his best players after less than a year. Spent further frustrating spells in charge at both Barnsley and Millwall. Now working as a pundit for Setanta.

Maurice Johnston

The Scotland striker caused an outcry in 1989 when, just days after agreeing to return to former club Celtic from French cracks Nantes, he joined their fierce Old Firm rivals Rangers. Johnston was unaffected by the furore which surrounded his transfer. He was a prolific scorer with the Gers - including against his former club - in his two years with the club. Left and joined Everton in 1991 for £1.5 million. Later played for Hearts and Falkirk. Moved to America in 1996 and played for the Kansas City Wizards for five years. Became a manager after that and coached New York Metro Stars, later Red Bull New York, and Toronto FC. Has just moved upstairs at the Canadian club to become Director of Football.

Ian Ferguson

Graeme Souness paid St Mirren a record £850,000 for the man who scored their winning goal against Dundee United in 1987 in the Scottish Cup Final. It was money well spent. The midfielder starred for the Ibrox club for 12 years. He holds the Scottish record for number of league titles won. Fergie played in each of the Nine-In-A-Row triumphs and when Dick Advocaat won the Treble in season 1998/99. Moved on to Dunfermline in 2000. Emigrated to Australia in 2002 to play for Northern Spirit. Currently head coach Down Under at the Central Coast Mariners.

Mark Walters

The skilful winger joined the sizeable English contingent at Rangers when he arrived from Aston Villa in a £550,000 transfer in 1987. Walters was widely believed to be the first black player to sign for Rangers. However, one Walter Tull had joined the Gers in the First World War before being killed in action. Still, his arrival was responsible for ugly scenes. He was subjected to sickening racist abuse. The England cap, though, won three league titles and two League Cups in Scotland. Followed Graeme Souness to Liverpool in 1991. Later played for Southampton, Swindon Town and Bristol Rovers. Now a youth coach with Aston Villa. Actively involved in anti-racism groups.

Chris Woods

The England keeper kicked off the Souness revolution when he joined from Norwich City in 1986 for £600,000. Woods lived up to the hype that surrounded his arrival. He set a British record for going the longest time without conceding a goal - an incredible 1,196 minutes in 1986 and 1987. Despite being troubled by illness and injury during his stay in Scotland, Woods helped the Rangers win four league titles and the League Cup twice. Left for Sheffield Wednesday in 1991 and went on to play for Reading, Colorado Rapids, Southampton, Sunderland and Burnley. Now goalkeeping coach at Everton.

John Brown

The Rangers fan fulfilled his lifelong dream when he joined his heroes from Dundee in 1988. Played for eight years and won six League titles, three League Cups and three Scottish Cups in that time. Brown's devotion was never better typified than in this league decider with Aberdeen. He was unfit but battled on bravely for an hour with the aid of painkillers before collapsing. Started coaching the Rangers youth teams when he hung up his boots in 1996. Parted company with the club after 18 years in 2006 when Paul Le Guen was appointed manager. Has just taken over as boss at First Division strugglers Clyde.

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Terry Hurlock was an animal!!!

What we wouldn't give for his bite in midfield at present.

Tam Cowan

Joined non-league Hyde United this season but retired last weekend.

Christ, didn't realise he was still playing, well was.

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fookin hell, many memories brought to the fore reading that, and was that the season we played in an adidas made top with the 3 stripes down each shoulder??

Nope. It was the season we had that woodgrain effect jersey.

Adidas stripes was the one after - first season of the CL.

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fookin hell, many memories brought to the fore reading that, and was that the season we played in an adidas made top with the 3 stripes down each shoulder??

Nope. It was the season we had that woodgrain effect jersey.

Adidas stripes was the one after - first season of the CL.

yep, i remember that one, it's crazy cos it does'nt feel like almost 20 years ago, i hate getting old :rolleyes:

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RANGERS are pushing hard to prise the SPL title from the grasp of Old Firm rivals Celtic.

Manager Walter Smith knows all about the pressures of being involved in such a close title race. The Gers had to beat Aberdeen 2-0 at Ibrox on the final day of the 1990/91 season for Walter to land his first trophy as boss.

So, what happened to that team?

Gary Stevens

Widely considered to be Rangers best right back since Sandy Jardine. The England internationalist played at Ibrox for six years and helped the Gers win 10 trophies in that time. Moved on to Tranmere Rovers in a £350,000 deal in 1994. Played for another four years before hanging up his boots aged 35 because of a persistent ankle injury. The Everton legend trained as a physiotherapist after that and now works in the stroke unit of the Ellesmere Port Hospital and in the Willaston Sports Injury Clinic on The Wirral.

Mark Hateley

After a decidedly shaky start to his Rangers career, the English striker established himself as an Ibrox great. Scored both of his side's goals in this 2-0 win over Aberdeen on the final day of the season to clinch the title for new boss Walter Smith. After five memorable years with the Gers, Hateley joined Queen's Park Rangers in 1995. He was, though, sensationally lured back to his former club for the final games of the 1996/97 season. Despite being sent-off in a 1-0 win over Celtic, he duly helped Walter Smith's men land yet another title. After an unsuccessful spell as manager at Hull City, he returned to Scotland and moved into media work. Now a newspaper columnist and pundit for Setanta Sports.

Terry Hurlock

One of the most, ahem, combative players ever to don a Rangers shirt. The Hackney-born midfielder only played one season at Ibrox but during that time he certainly made his mark - and not just on the shins of opposing players. The Graeme Souness signing from Millwall amassed a record number of disciplinary points as the Gers landed the League Cup and Premier League title. Moved on to Southampton that summer and then Fulham before retiring aged 38 in 1996. Now works as a builder in London, but Terry still raises the roof on visits back to Govan to do the half-time draw on match days.

Ian Durrant

This was a hugely satisfying moment for the midfielder. Three years earlier he had suffered a career-threatening injury after an appalling tackle by Neil Simpson of Aberdeen. Durrant had made his comeback in a reserve game against Hibs that month. He would play on at Ibrox for another seven years and win many more trophies. Moved on to Kilmarnock in 1998. After retiring in 2002 he became a youth coach at Rugby Park. Returned to Rangers in 2005 in the same role. Now looks after the reserves at Murray Park.

Jimmy Bell

Rangers bus driver and kit controller, Jimmy is still at Ibrox.

Ally McCoist (obscured)

What can you say. The best Rangers striker ever? He was certainly the top scorer. Super Ally banged in no fewer than 355 goals in his 15 trophy-laden years at Ibrox. One of the most decorated players in Scottish football history. Joined Kilmarnock in 1998 and played on for three years. Moved into television work after that. Became a popular captain on BBC show A Question of Sport and a knowledgeable pundit. Former manager Walter Smith tempted him to return to football as his assistant coach when he was appointed Scotland boss in 2006. Currently Smith's No.2 at Rangers. Tipped to succeed his mentor one day.

Tam Cowan

No, not THAT Tam Cowan. The one-time former Rangers left back Tam Cowan. After just one season at Clyde, Cowan was snapped up for £100,000 in 1988. He was seen as an exciting prospect for the future. However, he only played in a handful of first team games at Ibrox. Sadly, he broke his leg in this match with the Dons. It was the last time he played for the Gers. Moved on to Sheffield United in the summer. Went on to make over 600 appearances in senior football for 13 clubs. Joined non-league Hyde United this season but retired last weekend. Set to become a fireman.

Scott Nisbet

The league decider against Aberdeen was one of the talented young centre-half's finest moments. He helped Rangers keep a clean sheet and win the title despite fellow defenders Cowan and John Brown both leaving the field with bad injuries. Is fondly remembered for his fluked goal in a Champions League win over Brugge in 1992. Sadly, a pelvic injury cut short his career, aged just 25, the following year. Came out of retirement nine years later to turn out for junior side Arniston Rangers. Now running the Lanzarote Soccer School.

Nigel Spackman

The classy midfielder won many admirers for his intelligent play in his three seasons at Rangers. Returned to Chelsea in 1992 and spent another four years at Stamford Bridge. Finished off his career at Sheffield United. Became player/manager at the Blades. Resigned in protest at the sale of his best players after less than a year. Spent further frustrating spells in charge at both Barnsley and Millwall. Now working as a pundit for Setanta.

Maurice Johnston

The Scotland striker caused an outcry in 1989 when, just days after agreeing to return to former club Celtic from French cracks Nantes, he joined their fierce Old Firm rivals Rangers. Johnston was unaffected by the furore which surrounded his transfer. He was a prolific scorer with the Gers - including against his former club - in his two years with the club. Left and joined Everton in 1991 for £1.5 million. Later played for Hearts and Falkirk. Moved to America in 1996 and played for the Kansas City Wizards for five years. Became a manager after that and coached New York Metro Stars, later Red Bull New York, and Toronto FC. Has just moved upstairs at the Canadian club to become Director of Football.

Ian Ferguson

Graeme Souness paid St Mirren a record £850,000 for the man who scored their winning goal against Dundee United in 1987 in the Scottish Cup Final. It was money well spent. The midfielder starred for the Ibrox club for 12 years. He holds the Scottish record for number of league titles won. Fergie played in each of the Nine-In-A-Row triumphs and when Dick Advocaat won the Treble in season 1998/99. Moved on to Dunfermline in 2000. Emigrated to Australia in 2002 to play for Northern Spirit. Currently head coach Down Under at the Central Coast Mariners.

Mark Walters

The skilful winger joined the sizeable English contingent at Rangers when he arrived from Aston Villa in a £550,000 transfer in 1987. Walters was widely believed to be the first black player to sign for Rangers. However, one Walter Tull had joined the Gers in the First World War before being killed in action. Still, his arrival was responsible for ugly scenes. He was subjected to sickening racist abuse. The England cap, though, won three league titles and two League Cups in Scotland. Followed Graeme Souness to Liverpool in 1991. Later played for Southampton, Swindon Town and Bristol Rovers. Now a youth coach with Aston Villa. Actively involved in anti-racism groups.

Chris Woods

The England keeper kicked off the Souness revolution when he joined from Norwich City in 1986 for £600,000. Woods lived up to the hype that surrounded his arrival. He set a British record for going the longest time without conceding a goal - an incredible 1,196 minutes in 1986 and 1987. Despite being troubled by illness and injury during his stay in Scotland, Woods helped the Rangers win four league titles and the League Cup twice. Left for Sheffield Wednesday in 1991 and went on to play for Reading, Colorado Rapids, Southampton, Sunderland and Burnley. Now goalkeeping coach at Everton.

John Brown

The Rangers fan fulfilled his lifelong dream when he joined his heroes from Dundee in 1988. Played for eight years and won six League titles, three League Cups and three Scottish Cups in that time. Brown's devotion was never better typified than in this league decider with Aberdeen. He was unfit but battled on bravely for an hour with the aid of painkillers before collapsing. Started coaching the Rangers youth teams when he hung up his boots in 1996. Parted company with the club after 18 years in 2006 when Paul Le Guen was appointed manager. Has just taken over as boss at First Division strugglers Clyde.

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fookin hell, many memories brought to the fore reading that, and was that the season we played in an adidas made top with the 3 stripes down each shoulder??

Nope. It was the season we had that woodgrain effect jersey.

Adidas stripes was the one after - first season of the CL.

Yup, it was the Admiral wood grain top. I still have the club tie with the same wood grain effect that you got if you had a "premier club" season ticket - govan rear.

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