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Rangers Seek First Win Amid Pressure on Coach Martin

8/23/2025

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Summary

Rangers Seek Victory

Rangers have drawn their first two Premiership games and need a win against St Mirren to improve their start.
Head coach Russell Martin is under pressure, as he has not secured a league victory yet.
St Mirren aims to extend their unbeaten run against Rangers, having previously beaten them twice.
Martin has recruited 10 new players to strengthen the squad with experienced leaders. Cyriel Dessers may miss the match, while Hamza Igamane returns from injury.

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Celtic Aims Unbeaten Streak

Celtic seeks to preserve their unbeaten league record against Livingston following a 0-0 Champions League play-off draw.
Alistair Johnston is out with a serious hamstring injury, joining Jota on the injury list.
Livingston has earned four points from their first two league matches but lost to Hibernian in the Premier Sports Cup.
The match starts at 15:00 BST on August 23 at Celtic Park and will not be televised.

History

Historical Context

Rangers faced financial turmoil in 2012, leading to their demotion to the Third Division after entering administration with debts of approximately £9 million. By 2021, the club invested over £10 million in player acquisitions to reclaim its status. As head coach Russell Martin recruits 10 new players, the rivalry with Celtic intensifies, with both clubs vying for dominance in Scottish football.

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Rangers Seek Victory

Rangers have drawn their first two Premiership games and need a win against St Mirren to improve their start.
Head coach Russell Martin is under pressure, as he has not secured a league victory yet.
St Mirren aims to extend their unbeaten run against Rangers, having previously beaten them twice.
Martin has recruited 10 new players to strengthen the squad with experienced leaders. Cyriel Dessers may miss the match, while Hamza Igamane returns from injury.

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