SENDING A MESSAGE
Union Bears STORM OUT on Rangers stars as they stage protest during lap of Ibrox pitch
They sent a clear message to the players
THE UNION Bears sent an emphatic message to the Rangers players as they staged a walk out during their end-of-season lap of honour.
Gers ran out 5-2 winners against Dundee at Ibrox, a result that ensured Celtic didn't win the Premiership title without having to kick a ball.
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The Light Blues were BOOED off at half-time though after a poor first 45 minutes but goals from Ross McCausland, Cyriel Dessers, Todd Cantwell and a Scott Wright double earned them three points in their final home fixture.
Despite the turnaround after 90 minutes, a large section of the Rangers support chose to show their dissatisfaction with the team and in particular the recent performances.
After clawing their way back into the title race under Philippe Clement, the Ibrox side's challenge stuttered spectacularly with losses to Motherwell and Ross County, a draw at Dundee and then the defeat to Celtic on Saturday.
It's tradition for teams to do a lap of honour after their final home match in a season.
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It gives the fans a chance to be thanked for their support and on occasion players will sign memorabilia or stop for handshakes and selfies (depending on the mood).
But no sooner had captain James Tavernier led the players around the pitch, the Union Bears (housed in the Broomloan Stand) turned their backs on the squad in an emphatic snub.
Before the players had properly approached the stand, hundreds of fans had walked away and headed for the exits.
According to the Glasgow Times, the protest to walk out bang on full-time was pre-planned and would have taken place regardless of the result or how the team played.
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With Kemar Roofe and Borna Barisic among those likely to be leaving the club this summer, their emotions would have been mixed.
Roofe was spotted savouring one last reception from the Ibrox support, even if the numbers were fewer than he expected.
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Barisic was also seen walking around the pitch on his own taking in the surroundings for what looked like one last time.
Another Rangers star who could be on his way out is midfield playmaker Cantwell.
At least that's what fans are wondering after a rather emotional post-match interview following the win over Dundee.
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