Rangers have condemned racist abuse aimed at Djeidi Gassama and Emmanuel Fernandez, describing the incidents as “simply unacceptable” and confirming their intention to report the matter to the police.
The club said it is treating the abuse with the utmost seriousness and has moved quickly to begin formal steps with law enforcement. Rangers indicated they will provide authorities with all available information in an effort to identify those responsible and ensure appropriate action is taken under relevant anti-discrimination and public order laws.
In a statement, Rangers stressed that there is no place for racism in football or in wider society, and reiterated the club’s commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all players, staff, and supporters. The club underlined that any form of discriminatory behavior is completely at odds with its values and will not be tolerated in or around its matches, training facilities, or online platforms.
Rangers also noted that it will continue to cooperate fully with police and, where possible, with competition organizers and relevant football authorities to support any investigation into the incidents involving Gassama and Fernandez. The club is expected to review internal procedures and stadium protocols to assist in the identification of individuals involved in discriminatory behavior, including through matchday reporting systems or available recordings, where applicable.
While specific details of the abuse against Gassama and Fernandez were not disclosed, Rangers emphasized that the wellbeing of their players is a priority. The club intends to ensure both players receive any support they may require, including access to internal welfare resources and guidance from club staff.
In their statement, Rangers again called on supporters and the broader football community to challenge and report racist or discriminatory conduct whenever they encounter it. The club said it wants supporters to continue to use official channels to raise concerns so that potential incidents can be logged, investigated, and escalated to authorities.
Rangers concluded by reaffirming its stance that racism must be confronted collectively, urging unity in efforts to eradicate discriminatory abuse from the game at every level, from the stands and online spaces to training grounds and competition venues.
