The Old Firm derby between Celtic vs Rangers in the Scottish Cup at Ibrox in Glasgow turned ugly and dissgusting on Sunday (Mar 8) after penalities decide the winner. Celtic beat Rangers 4-2 on the penalties after the quarter-final ended at 0-0 post 120 minutes of dogfight. The real melee, however, started as soon as Celtic won the match as their fans spilled on the pitch and then the chaos ensued. The fans threw flares and were armed with 'intend to harm' according to the local police. Later on, arrests were made while the Scottish Football Association announcing an investigation 'immediately.'<h2>What led to riot-like situation in Old Firm derby between Celtic vs Rangers in Scottish Cup quarter-final?</h2>The Celtic vs Rangers rivalry is well known and established in the Scottish football folklore. The teams, based in Glasgow, and the fans as well, do not look each other in eye. When the match at Rangers' home in Ibrox ended at 0-0 after 120 minutes on Sunday (Mar 8), it proceeded to the penalities to decide the winner.

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The Celtic won the match 4-2 on the penalties and their fans, who were occupying the full Broomloan Road Stand since being reduced to a 1,000 in 2018 from what was traditionally 7,500, ran onto the pitch to celebrate. The Rangers followed and clashed with them with flares going up in the air.The whle situation was brought under control by stewards and police who called the incident 'shameful' and said that the "extreme hostility and violence over a sustained period."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/akshay-bhatia-wins-arnold-palmer-invitational-via-playoff-for-third-pga-tour-title-1773016053132">Akshay Bhatia wins Arnold Palmer Invitational via playoff for 3rd PGA Tour title</a>The police, later on, confirmed that 'a number of arrests' have been made and that both police and public members have been injured.<h2>What happens next?</h2>Reacting to the incident, Scottland's victims and community safety minister Siobhan Brown, said: "Of particular concern is the reckless use of pyrotechnics which could have caused serious injury." She also said that the government is 'considering next steps' in extending powers to ban fans from football games.As per the current Football Banning Orders (FBOs), the authorities can can stop fans from attending the games anywhere in the UK for 10 years if they are involved in violence or disorder.

The Celtic won the match 4-2 on the penalties and their fans, who were occupying the full Broomloan Road Stand since being reduced to a 1,000 in 2018 from what was traditionally 7,500, ran onto the pitch to celebrate. The Rangers followed and clashed with them with flares going up in the air.

The Old Firm derby between Celtic vs Rangers in the Scottish Cup at Ibrox in Glasgow turned ugly and dissgusting on Sunday (Mar 8) after penalities decide the winner. Celtic beat Rangers 4-2 on the penalties after the quarter-final ended at 0-0 post 120 minutes of dogfight. The real melee, however, started as soon as Celtic won the match as their fans spilled on the pitch and then the chaos ensued. The fans threw flares and were armed with 'intend to harm' according to the local police. Later on, arrests were made while the Scottish Football Association announcing an investigation 'immediately.' What led to riot-like situation in Old Firm derby between Celtic vs Rangers in Scottish Cup quarter-final? The Celtic vs Rangers rivalry is well known and established in the Scottish football folklore. The teams, based in Glasgow, and the fans as well, do not look each other in eye. When the match at Rangers' home in Ibrox ended at 0-0 after 120 minutes on Sunday (Mar 8), it proceeded to the penalities to decide the winner.

Celtic vs Rangers rivalry is well known and established in the Scottish football folklore.Celtic won the match 4-2 on the penalties.Fans from both teams invaded pitch and threw flares before stewards and police brought situation under control.

'Extreme hostility and violence': WATCH | Fans invade pitch, create riot-like scenes during Old Firm derby in Scottish Cup

Rangers exited the Champions League after losing 2-0 to Dynamo Kyiv in the second leg of the third qualifying round on Tuesday, while Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce were knocked out by Lille.

Hosts Rangers paid the price for a harsh second yellow card issued to defender Jefte as Dynamo struck twice in the final 10 minutes through substitutes Oleksandr Pikhalonok and Nazar Voloshyn.

Rangers coach Philippe Clement blasted the referee's decision that left his team with 10 men.

"It's hard for my team. They don't deserve this after these two games versus Dynamo Kyiv. One person with one decision made a really big change for us," Clement told BBC Scotland.

"It's the second time in my career of over 30 years that something unjust has happened. We can only accept it and move forward towards the league and the Europa League."

Clement, who is looking to overhaul his squad in an attempt to challenge Celtic, said the defeat would have serious ramifications for the club's finances.

"Financially, it's a big difference for the club. It will make a difference for the transfers coming in also. I don't expect this rebuild to be done in a few weeks' time."

Ukrainians Dynamo advanced 3-1 on aggregate and head into a play-off tie against Salzburg, who edged FC Twente 5-4 after a 3-3 draw in the return leg in the Netherlands.\

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Jonathan David's penalty secured Lille a place in the next round as the French club snatched a 3-2 aggregate victory in Turkey, marking a disappointing start to Mourinho's time in charge of Fenerbahce.

Fenerbahce lost the first leg 2-1 last week and appeared to be going out until Bafode Diakite's late own goal sent the match to extra time.&nbsp;

Lille substitute Aissa Mandi was sent off on his debut for a reckless challenge on Irfan Can Kahveci, but the visitors were awarded a penalty for a handball by Jayden Oosterwolde and David made no mistake from the spot.

Cenk Tosun then headed against the bar as Lille held on. Their reward is a meeting with Slavia Prague, who were 4-1 aggregate winners over Union Saint-Gilloise.

Slovan Bratislava, who entered in the first qualifying round, overcame APOEL Nicosia 2-0 over two legs.

They will take on Midtjylland for a place in the new-look, 36-team tournament after the Danish champions beat Hungary's Ferencvaros 3-1 on aggregate.&nbsp;

Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt eased through with a 4-1 win over Poland's Jagiellonia Bialystok, completing a 5-1 aggregate triumph.&nbsp;

Sweden's Malmo won a thrilling tie with PAOK, striking late in Greece to force extra time and then winning the second leg 4-3 to prevail 6-5 overall.&nbsp;

Sparta Prague beat Romanians FCSB 4-3 on aggregate, while Qarabag stunned Ludogorets with four goals in extra time to pull off a remarkable 7-2 win in Bulgaria.

Switzerland international Kwadwo Duah netted twice on the night to put Ludogorets 4-2 ahead in the tie, but the visitors from Azerbaijan scored six times without reply to run away with an 8-4 aggregate success.

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Rangers exited the Champions League after losing 2-0 to Dynamo Kyiv in the second leg of the third qualifying round on Tuesday, while Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce were knocked out by Lille.

Rangers exited the Champions League after losing 2-0 to Dynamo Kyiv in the second leg of the third qualifying round on Tuesday, while Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce were knocked out by Lille. Hosts Rangers paid the price for a harsh second yellow card issued to defender Jefte as Dynamo struck twice in the final 10 minutes through substitutes Oleksandr Pikhalonok and Nazar Voloshyn. Rangers coach Philippe Clement blasted the referee's decision that left his team with 10 men. "It's hard for my team. They don't deserve this after these two games versus Dynamo Kyiv. One person with one decision made a really big change for us," Clement told BBC Scotland. "It's the second time in my career of over 30 years that something unjust has happened. We can only accept it and move forward towards the league and the Europa League." Clement, who is looking to overhaul his squad in an attempt to challenge Celtic, said the defeat would have serious ramifications for the club's finances. "Financially, it's a big difference for the club. It will make a difference for the transfers coming in also. I don't expect this rebuild to be done in a few weeks' time." Ukrainians Dynamo advanced 3-1 on aggregate and head into a play-off tie against Salzburg, who edged FC Twente 5-4 after a 3-3 draw in the return leg in the Netherlands.\ ALSO READ | West Ham sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United for a seven-year contract Jonathan David's penalty secured Lille a place in the next round as the French club snatched a 3-2 aggregate victory in Turkey, marking a disappointing start to Mourinho's time in charge of Fenerbahce. Fenerbahce lost the first leg 2-1 last week and appeared to be going out until Bafode Diakite's late own goal sent the match to extra time. Lille substitute Aissa Mandi was sent off on his debut for a reckless challenge on Irfan Can Kahveci, but the visitors were awarded a penalty for a handball by Jayden Oosterwolde and David made no mistake from the spot. Cenk Tosun then headed against the bar as Lille held on. Their reward is a meeting with Slavia Prague, who were 4-1 aggregate winners over Union Saint-Gilloise. Slovan Bratislava, who entered in the first qualifying round, overcame APOEL Nicosia 2-0 over two legs. They will take on Midtjylland for a place in the new-look, 36-team tournament after the Danish champions beat Hungary's Ferencvaros 3-1 on aggregate. Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt eased through with a 4-1 win over Poland's Jagiellonia Bialystok, completing a 5-1 aggregate triumph. Sweden's Malmo won a thrilling tie with PAOK, striking late in Greece to force extra time and then winning the second leg 4-3 to prevail 6-5 overall. Sparta Prague beat Romanians FCSB 4-3 on aggregate, while Qarabag stunned Ludogorets with four goals in extra time to pull off a remarkable 7-2 win in Bulgaria. Switzerland international Kwadwo Duah netted twice on the night to put Ludogorets 4-2 ahead in the tie, but the visitors from Azerbaijan scored six times without reply to run away with an 8-4 aggregate success. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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The Texas Rangers held off a ferocious late rally from the defending champion Houston Astros to claim a 5-4 victory and snatch a commanding 2-0 series lead in the Major League Baseball playoffs on Monday. Texas, who had blanked the Astros 2-0 in game one of the best-of-seven American League Championship Series on Sunday, jumped on Houston starter Framber Valdez early to take a commanding 4-0 first inning lead at Minute Maid Park.

Marcus Semien scored after a fielding error from Valdez to make it 1-0 before Adolis Garcia's line drive to right field allowed Corey Seager to score. Mitch Garver then drove in a run to put Texas 3-0 ahead before Nathaniel Lowe singled to left field to send Garcia home for a 4-0 lead.

Houston finally got on the board in the bottom of the second inning when Yordan Alvarez crushed a 420-foot home run to right center field. But Texas immediately restored their four-run cushion when Jonah Heim blasted a solo shot to left field in the top of the third to make it 5-1.

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The Astros however continued to chip away at the Texas lead, with Alex Bregman's home run in the fourth inning making it 5-2 and a Michael Brantley double in the sixth inning getting Houston to within two. Alvarez then swatted his second home run of the game in the eighth to set up a nerve-jangling finale heading into the eighth.

But Texas closer Jose Leclerc took care of business to remove Jeremy Pena, Yainer Diaz and Jose Altuve in quick succession to seal victory. Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi claimed the win, fanning nine strikeouts in six innings. Game three in the series takes place in Arlington, Texas on Wednesday.

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The Texas Rangers held off a ferocious late rally from the defending champion Houston Astros to claim a 5-4 victory and snatch a commanding 2-0 series lead in the Major League Baseball playoffs on Monday.

The Texas Rangers held off a ferocious late rally from the defending champion Houston Astros to claim a 5-4 victory and snatch a commanding 2-0 series lead in the Major League Baseball playoffs on Monday. Texas, who had blanked the Astros 2-0 in game one of the best-of-seven American League Championship Series on Sunday, jumped on Houston starter Framber Valdez early to take a commanding 4-0 first inning lead at Minute Maid Park. Marcus Semien scored after a fielding error from Valdez to make it 1-0 before Adolis Garcia's line drive to right field allowed Corey Seager to score. Mitch Garver then drove in a run to put Texas 3-0 ahead before Nathaniel Lowe singled to left field to send Garcia home for a 4-0 lead. Houston finally got on the board in the bottom of the second inning when Yordan Alvarez crushed a 420-foot home run to right center field. But Texas immediately restored their four-run cushion when Jonah Heim blasted a solo shot to left field in the top of the third to make it 5-1. Also read: Belgium-Sweden Euro qualifier suspended after shooting incident in Brussels The Astros however continued to chip away at the Texas lead, with Alex Bregman's home run in the fourth inning making it 5-2 and a Michael Brantley double in the sixth inning getting Houston to within two. Alvarez then swatted his second home run of the game in the eighth to set up a nerve-jangling finale heading into the eighth. But Texas closer Jose Leclerc took care of business to remove Jeremy Pena, Yainer Diaz and Jose Altuve in quick succession to seal victory. Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi claimed the win, fanning nine strikeouts in six innings. Game three in the series takes place in Arlington, Texas on Wednesday. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A giant cane toad, whose weight&nbsp;is equal to some newborn humans, was discovered in Australia’s Northern Queensland. Dubbed “Toadzilla” by the Australian Rangers who found it in the Conway National Park, the rough-skinned amphibian is said to be the largest of her species ever found.

Queensland’s Department of Environment and Science on Friday said that the toad, which is believed to be a female, weighs approximately 2.7 kg and is 1,289 feet (393 metres) in size.

They believe that it can be considered a new world record, considering that cane toads normally grow to around 15cm (5.9in) in size. The Guinness World Record for the largest toad in history is 2.65kg found in 1991.

Ranger Kylee Gray, who first stumbled upon the creature, detailed her first encounter saying that her vehicle stopped immediately when confronted by the cane toad.

“I reached down and grabbed the cane toad and couldn’t believe how big and heavy it was,” Gray said in a statement.

“We dubbed it Toadzilla and quickly put it into a container so we could remove it from the wild,” she said.

The ranger told Australia’s ABC news that the toad looked “almost like a football with legs”. She added that the specimen grew massively because it may have fed on a diet of insects, reptiles and small mammals.

"A cane toad that size will eat anything it can fit into its mouth," she said.

Toads have no natural predators in Australia and the poisonous species have wrought havoc on native animal populations.

Nevertheless, as is the standard practice for pests in Australia, ‘Toadzilla’ was euthanised and will be donated to the Queensland Museum.

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A giant cane toad, whose weight is equal to some newborn humans, was discovered in Australia’s Northern Queensland. Dubbed “Toadzilla” by the Australian Rangers who found it in the Conway National Park, the rough-skinned amphibian is said to be the largest of her species ever found.

A giant cane toad, whose weight is equal to some newborn humans, was discovered in Australia’s Northern Queensland. Dubbed “Toadzilla” by the Australian Rangers who found it in the Conway National Park, the rough-skinned amphibian is said to be the largest of her species ever found. Queensland’s Department of Environment and Science on Friday said that the toad, which is believed to be a female, weighs approximately 2.7 kg and is 1,289 feet (393 metres) in size. They believe that it can be considered a new world record, considering that cane toads normally grow to around 15cm (5.9in) in size. The Guinness World Record for the largest toad in history is 2.65kg found in 1991. Ranger Kylee Gray, who first stumbled upon the creature, detailed her first encounter saying that her vehicle stopped immediately when confronted by the cane toad. “I reached down and grabbed the cane toad and couldn’t believe how big and heavy it was,” Gray said in a statement. “We dubbed it Toadzilla and quickly put it into a container so we could remove it from the wild,” she said. The ranger told Australia’s ABC news that the toad looked “almost like a football with legs”. She added that the specimen grew massively because it may have fed on a diet of insects, reptiles and small mammals. "A cane toad that size will eat anything it can fit into its mouth," she said. Toads have no natural predators in Australia and the poisonous species have wrought havoc on native animal populations. Nevertheless, as is the standard practice for pests in Australia, ‘Toadzilla’ was euthanised and will be donated to the Queensland Museum. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

‘Toadzilla’: Australian Rangers find 'monster' cane toad weighing 2.7kg

Substitute Mohamed&nbsp;Salah&nbsp;scored the fastest hat-trick in Champions League history as Liverpool came from behind to thrash Rangers 7-1 on Wednesday and put themselves on the verge of qualification for the competition's knockout stages. Salah&nbsp;came off the bench in the second half with Liverpool leading 3-1 and fired a treble timed at six minutes and 12 seconds between the first and third goals to turn a hard-fought win into a rout. Roberto Firmino had dragged Liverpool back into the contest with a double strike and Darwin Nunez was also on the scoresheet before Harvey Elliott rounded off the scoring following&nbsp;Salah's goals.

It appeared a much-changed Liverpool were in for further frustration in a disappointing season so far as they fell behind for the eighth time in all competitions after Scott Arfield slotted home 17 minutes in to lift the roof off Ibrox. That lead lasted less than eight minutes, however, as Firmino continued his prolific season with a near-post header to level things up from a corner. Liverpool were much the better team right from the off in the second half and deservedly edged back in front 10 minutes after the interval, Firmino converting Joe Gomez's pinpoint low cross to take his goal tally to eight in all competitions.

With Rangers chasing the game, a fine finish from close-season signing Nunez put the game beyond the hosts before&nbsp;Salah&nbsp;took centre stage. Elliott added to the home side's embarrassment with a late seventh, putting the seal on a victory that means Liverpool are second in Group A, and need just one point from their final two matches to be sure of a spot in the knockout stages, while Rangers are bottom, without a point.

"We were really just on it and meeting us in the wrong moment is not cool (for opponents)," Liverpool boss Juergen Klopp said. "All the goals we scored were exceptional. Mo (Salah) came on and is on fire and interprets the position really well. It is a night where things work out for us. "In the end we needed to get clear in the final third, which obviously worked out, all the goals were great, how we played them and set them up and finished them."

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RANGERS MISSED CHANCES

Coming into the match, of the 45 teams to have played at least 50 games in the Champions League, only Anderlecht had a lower win rate than Rangers' 12 victories in 65 games. However, you would not have thought it at Ibrox, given how Rangers started. Former Liverpool forward Ryan Kent fired just over before Arfield found the bottom corner for Rangers' first Champions League goal of the season, and first in 383 minutes in the competition.

The defending from the home side left much to be desired as Liverpool levelled through Firmino, but that was as good as it got for the visitors in the opening period, with Rangers missing several chances to retake the lead. The second half was a different story altogether, and Rangers completely crumbled as Liverpool improved. Nunez's goal was as much to do with the hosts' poor defending, while&nbsp;Salah&nbsp;was presented with gift after gift having come off the bench for only the final 22 minutes.

Salah's incredible treble took him to 38 Champions League goals for Liverpool, now the most by any player for an English club in the competition, surpassing Didier Drogba for Chelsea and Sergio Aguero for Manchester City, who both have 36. The stadium was empty as Elliott stroked home to complete a flattering scoreline for Liverpool, given they had struggled for much of the opening period.

"It is very hard to explain, to process," Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst said. "I am still processing the game, especially the second half. "The first half and the last half-an-hour was night and day, how we played and that difference in level, that is too much in Champions League. I cannot explain it right now."

Substitute Mohamed Salah scored the fastest hat-trick in Champions League history as Liverpool came from behind to thrash Rangers 7-1 on Wednesday and put themselves on the verge of qualification for the competition's knockout stages.

Substitute Mohamed Salah scored the fastest hat-trick in Champions League history as Liverpool came from behind to thrash Rangers 7-1 on Wednesday and put themselves on the verge of qualification for the competition's knockout stages. Salah came off the bench in the second half with Liverpool leading 3-1 and fired a treble timed at six minutes and 12 seconds between the first and third goals to turn a hard-fought win into a rout. Roberto Firmino had dragged Liverpool back into the contest with a double strike and Darwin Nunez was also on the scoresheet before Harvey Elliott rounded off the scoring following Salah's goals. It appeared a much-changed Liverpool were in for further frustration in a disappointing season so far as they fell behind for the eighth time in all competitions after Scott Arfield slotted home 17 minutes in to lift the roof off Ibrox. That lead lasted less than eight minutes, however, as Firmino continued his prolific season with a near-post header to level things up from a corner. Liverpool were much the better team right from the off in the second half and deservedly edged back in front 10 minutes after the interval, Firmino converting Joe Gomez's pinpoint low cross to take his goal tally to eight in all competitions. With Rangers chasing the game, a fine finish from close-season signing Nunez put the game beyond the hosts before Salah took centre stage. Elliott added to the home side's embarrassment with a late seventh, putting the seal on a victory that means Liverpool are second in Group A, and need just one point from their final two matches to be sure of a spot in the knockout stages, while Rangers are bottom, without a point. "We were really just on it and meeting us in the wrong moment is not cool (for opponents)," Liverpool boss Juergen Klopp said. "All the goals we scored were exceptional. Mo (Salah) came on and is on fire and interprets the position really well. It is a night where things work out for us. "In the end we needed to get clear in the final third, which obviously worked out, all the goals were great, how we played them and set them up and finished them." ALSO READ | Ten-man Manchester City through to Champions League knockout stages with draw in Copenhagen RANGERS MISSED CHANCES Coming into the match, of the 45 teams to have played at least 50 games in the Champions League, only Anderlecht had a lower win rate than Rangers' 12 victories in 65 games. However, you would not have thought it at Ibrox, given how Rangers started. Former Liverpool forward Ryan Kent fired just over before Arfield found the bottom corner for Rangers' first Champions League goal of the season, and first in 383 minutes in the competition. The defending from the home side left much to be desired as Liverpool levelled through Firmino, but that was as good as it got for the visitors in the opening period, with Rangers missing several chances to retake the lead. The second half was a different story altogether, and Rangers completely crumbled as Liverpool improved. Nunez's goal was as much to do with the hosts' poor defending, while Salah was presented with gift after gift having come off the bench for only the final 22 minutes. Salah's incredible treble took him to 38 Champions League goals for Liverpool, now the most by any player for an English club in the competition, surpassing Didier Drogba for Chelsea and Sergio Aguero for Manchester City, who both have 36. The stadium was empty as Elliott stroked home to complete a flattering scoreline for Liverpool, given they had struggled for much of the opening period. "It is very hard to explain, to process," Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst said. "I am still processing the game, especially the second half. "The first half and the last half-an-hour was night and day, how we played and that difference in level, that is too much in Champions League. I cannot explain it right now."

Champions League: Mohamed Salah's hat-trick propels Liverpool to 7-1 win over Rangers

Jurgen Klopp said the mood around Liverpool had been lifted after Mohamed Salah came off the bench to score the fastest hat-trick in Champions League history in a 7-1 demolition of Rangers at Ibrox on Wednesday.

The Reds had won just four of their first 11 games of the season and fell behind for the eighth time this campaign when Scott Arfield fired the Glasgow giants into an early lead.

But Rangers are being schooled on their return to the Champions League for the first time in 12 years as they crumbled to a record-equalling European defeat in the second half.

The Glasgow giants remain without a point and have conceded 16 goals in four games. "The first half and the last half an hour was night and day," said Van Bronckhorst. "I cannot explain it. The performance was not the way we want to represent this club."

Roberto Firmino's double either side of half-time turned the game around before the Brazilian teed up Darwin Nunez to kill off the contest.

Klopp had left Salah, Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota on the bench with one eye on Sunday's clash against Manchester City in the Premier League.

But they were brought on in the final quarter and Salah did not miss the chance to cash in against a beleaguered Rangers defence.

The Egyptian's treble arrived in just six minutes and 12 seconds to beat the previous record held by Bafetimbi Gomis in Lyon's 7-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb in 2011.

"It changes the mood definitely, and that's good," said Klopp. "We all know who is coming on Sunday. That will be different, but it's better to go in with the feeling from tonight.

"When we play to our potential we're a pretty good football team. That's what we showed tonight."

Harvey Elliott rounded off the scoring on a sobering night for a Rangers side that only months ago reached the Europa League final. 
A draw in Amsterdam will suffice for Liverpool to reach the last 16 when they face Ajax in two weeks' time.

But Napoli remain out in front in Group A after a 4-2 win over Ajax sealed their place in the knockout stages.

Klopp's team selection was partly a reaction to losing Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joel Matip and Luis Diaz to injury in a 3-2 defeat by Arsenal on Sunday that left the Reds already 14 points adrift of the Premier League leaders.

The visitors have made a habit of slow starts this season and were caught cold again when Arfield's run was not tracked from midfield and the former Canadian international produced a brilliant finish to find the bottom corner.

Fortunately for last season's Champions League finalists, Rangers' own defensive frailties were exposed for the equaliser on 24 minutes.

Not for the first time this season, Giovanni van Bronckhorst's men were guilty of soft defending from a set-piece as Firmino was given the simple task of nodding in Kostas Tsimikas' corner.

Liverpool clicked through the gears after the break with Firmino again doing no harm to his case to be handed a contract beyond the end of this season.

Firmino stroked home his eighth of the season from Joe Gomez's fine low cross and then teed up Nunez as the Uruguayan grabbed another much-needed goal for his fragile confidence by curling into the far corner past Allan McGregor.

Rangers' 40-year-old goalkeeper performed heroics to keep the score down as Liverpool won the first meeting between the sides 2-0 at Anfield last week.

But McGregor's age showed as Salah came off the bench to end his goal drought from open play in style.

Salah fired in from a narrow-angle before catching out McGregor on his near post and then completed his hat-trick with a sumptuous finish on his left foot.

The pain was not over there for Rangers as Elliott swept home the rebound after McGregor denied Jota and a VAR review overturned the linesman's initial decision to rule the goal out for offside.

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Jurgen Klopp said the mood around Liverpool had been lifted after Mohamed Salah came off the bench to score the fastest hat-trick in Champions League history in a 7-1 demolition of Rangers at Ibrox on Wednesday.

Jurgen Klopp said the mood around Liverpool had been lifted after Mohamed Salah came off the bench to score the fastest hat-trick in Champions League history in a 7-1 demolition of Rangers at Ibrox on Wednesday. The Reds had won just four of their first 11 games of the season and fell behind for the eighth time this campaign when Scott Arfield fired the Glasgow giants into an early lead. But Rangers are being schooled on their return to the Champions League for the first time in 12 years as they crumbled to a record-equalling European defeat in the second half. The Glasgow giants remain without a point and have conceded 16 goals in four games. "The first half and the last half an hour was night and day," said Van Bronckhorst. "I cannot explain it. The performance was not the way we want to represent this club." Roberto Firmino's double either side of half-time turned the game around before the Brazilian teed up Darwin Nunez to kill off the contest. Klopp had left Salah, Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota on the bench with one eye on Sunday's clash against Manchester City in the Premier League. But they were brought on in the final quarter and Salah did not miss the chance to cash in against a beleaguered Rangers defence. The Egyptian's treble arrived in just six minutes and 12 seconds to beat the previous record held by Bafetimbi Gomis in Lyon's 7-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb in 2011. "It changes the mood definitely, and that's good," said Klopp. "We all know who is coming on Sunday. That will be different, but it's better to go in with the feeling from tonight. "When we play to our potential we're a pretty good football team. That's what we showed tonight." Harvey Elliott rounded off the scoring on a sobering night for a Rangers side that only months ago reached the Europa League final. A draw in Amsterdam will suffice for Liverpool to reach the last 16 when they face Ajax in two weeks' time. But Napoli remain out in front in Group A after a 4-2 win over Ajax sealed their place in the knockout stages. Klopp's team selection was partly a reaction to losing Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joel Matip and Luis Diaz to injury in a 3-2 defeat by Arsenal on Sunday that left the Reds already 14 points adrift of the Premier League leaders. The visitors have made a habit of slow starts this season and were caught cold again when Arfield's run was not tracked from midfield and the former Canadian international produced a brilliant finish to find the bottom corner. Fortunately for last season's Champions League finalists, Rangers' own defensive frailties were exposed for the equaliser on 24 minutes. Not for the first time this season, Giovanni van Bronckhorst's men were guilty of soft defending from a set-piece as Firmino was given the simple task of nodding in Kostas Tsimikas' corner. Liverpool clicked through the gears after the break with Firmino again doing no harm to his case to be handed a contract beyond the end of this season. Firmino stroked home his eighth of the season from Joe Gomez's fine low cross and then teed up Nunez as the Uruguayan grabbed another much-needed goal for his fragile confidence by curling into the far corner past Allan McGregor. Rangers' 40-year-old goalkeeper performed heroics to keep the score down as Liverpool won the first meeting between the sides 2-0 at Anfield last week. But McGregor's age showed as Salah came off the bench to end his goal drought from open play in style. Salah fired in from a narrow-angle before catching out McGregor on his near post and then completed his hat-trick with a sumptuous finish on his left foot. The pain was not over there for Rangers as Elliott swept home the rebound after McGregor denied Jota and a VAR review overturned the linesman's initial decision to rule the goal out for offside. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Salah scores the fastest Champions League hattrick as Liverpool demolish Rangers

Eintracht Frankfurt beat Rangers 5-4 in a penalty shootout to lift the UEFA Europa League title after 120 minutes ended 1-1 between the two sides in the Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on Wednesday. Rangers` Aaron Ramsey, who had been brought on specially for the shootout, missed the seventh penalty, and Frankfurt`s Rafael Santos Borre drilled the last penalty into the corner to decide the title. 
 
The game took place after a boiling hot day in Seville, which saw an estimated 120,000 fans from both sides and ugly incidents among the supporters, with chairs and bottles thrown. The first half was a relatively even affair as neither side wanted to commit any errors, although Eintracht had the best chance when Ansgar Knauff`s effort was pushed wide by Rangers keeper Allan McGregor, while at the other end, John Lundstram saw an effort comfortably tipped over the bar, reports Xinhua. 
 
Rangers took the lead in the 56th minute when Tuta slipped to collect a back header, allowing Joe Aribo to burst through and score with a low shot into the bottom corner. The jubilation of the Scottish fans lasted 13 minutes before Santos Borre drifted between two defenders to equalize with a near-post header, just moments after Daichi Kamada had fired over with just McGregor to beat.

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Eintracht went looking for a winning goal with Jens Petter Hauge firing just over following a pullback, before Filip Kostic`s cross to the far post failed to find a final touch with McGregor struggling to make up his ground. 
 
Extra-time saw the game become increasingly stretched as the heat and the tension began to take its toll on the players, although it was 15 minutes of `oooh` and `ahhs` rather than clear chances. The second period of extra-time began with Borna Barisic firing straight at Kevin Trapp, while Adjin Hrustic dragged a shot wide of McGregor`s far post, before Rangers brought Ramsey on for the impending penalties. 
 
The shootout nearly wasn`t needed as Kent saw Trapp make a great save when he looked certain to net the winner for Rangers, and Davis` follow-up was deflected wide at the last moment.

Eintracht Frankfurt beat Rangers 5-4 in a penalty shootout to lift the UEFA Europa League title after 120 minutes ended 1-1 between the two sides in the Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on Wednesday.

Eintracht Frankfurt beat Rangers 5-4 in a penalty shootout to lift the UEFA Europa League title after 120 minutes ended 1-1 between the two sides in the Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on Wednesday. Rangers` Aaron Ramsey, who had been brought on specially for the shootout, missed the seventh penalty, and Frankfurt`s Rafael Santos Borre drilled the last penalty into the corner to decide the title. The game took place after a boiling hot day in Seville, which saw an estimated 120,000 fans from both sides and ugly incidents among the supporters, with chairs and bottles thrown. The first half was a relatively even affair as neither side wanted to commit any errors, although Eintracht had the best chance when Ansgar Knauff`s effort was pushed wide by Rangers keeper Allan McGregor, while at the other end, John Lundstram saw an effort comfortably tipped over the bar, reports Xinhua. Rangers took the lead in the 56th minute when Tuta slipped to collect a back header, allowing Joe Aribo to burst through and score with a low shot into the bottom corner. The jubilation of the Scottish fans lasted 13 minutes before Santos Borre drifted between two defenders to equalize with a near-post header, just moments after Daichi Kamada had fired over with just McGregor to beat. ALSO READ | Jake Daniels becomes UK's 1st active male professional footballer to admit being gay, reveals 'inspiration' Eintracht went looking for a winning goal with Jens Petter Hauge firing just over following a pullback, before Filip Kostic`s cross to the far post failed to find a final touch with McGregor struggling to make up his ground. Extra-time saw the game become increasingly stretched as the heat and the tension began to take its toll on the players, although it was 15 minutes of `oooh` and `ahhs` rather than clear chances. The second period of extra-time began with Borna Barisic firing straight at Kevin Trapp, while Adjin Hrustic dragged a shot wide of McGregor`s far post, before Rangers brought Ramsey on for the impending penalties. The shootout nearly wasn`t needed as Kent saw Trapp make a great save when he looked certain to net the winner for Rangers, and Davis` follow-up was deflected wide at the last moment.

Eintracht Frankfurt lift UEFA Europa League title after thrilling shootout win against Rangers

Eintracht Frankfurt beat 10-man West Ham United 1-0 in their Europa League semi-final second leg on Thursday to reach their first European final in 42 years with a 3-1 aggregate victory. The Germans, who last featured in a European final in 1980, will face Rangers on May 18 after the Scottish side knocked out RB Leipzig.

In front of a deafening 48,000 crowd, Rafael Borre drilled in the winner for the hosts in the 26th minute, beating the English club for a second time following a 2-1 triumph in the first leg last week. West Ham, who played most of the game with 10 men after left back Aaron Cresswell was dismissed for a professional foul on Jens Petter Hauge in the 17th minute, were toothless throughout.

Their manager David Moyes was also sent off in the 79th minute for angrily kicking a ball in a frustrating and scrappy end to West Ham`s European run this season. "A dream has finally come true," Eintracht president Peter Fischer said, surrounded by ecstatic fans who stormed the pitch on the final whistle. 
"The team did it really well. This city and this environment deserved it. That`s football and now we will win this thing," Fischer said.

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It had not started well for Frankfurt, though, with defender Martin Hinteregger taken off after only eight minutes with a hamstring injury. But the dismissal of Creswell opened up space down the wing for the Germans and Ansgar Knauff made the most of it when he charged through and delivered a perfect ball for Borre to score.

West Ham hardly got a look in and their best chance came a minute from halftime when Kurt Zouma`s close-range effort was cleared off the line. They were equally ineffectual after the break with Moyes`s frustration boiling over when he kicked the ball at a ball boy who he thought was trying to waste time. 
"Really disappointed," Moyes said. "Things didn`t go for us tonight. I am really proud of the players – how they played with 10 men was fantastic. Other teams would have folded and lost 2-0 or 3-0.

"I felt this was a chance. I think we’ve played better teams than Frankfurt. If we’re honest, we probably lost the tie in the first few seconds at the London Stadium." With the homes fans kicking off celebrations in the stands early for what turned out to be a memorable evening for the club struggling in mid-table in the Bundesliga, Eintracht comfortably held on to their lead.

Eintracht Frankfurt beat 10-man West Ham United 1-0 in their Europa League semi-final second leg on Thursday to reach their first European final in 42 years with a 3-1 aggregate victory.

Eintracht Frankfurt beat 10-man West Ham United 1-0 in their Europa League semi-final second leg on Thursday to reach their first European final in 42 years with a 3-1 aggregate victory. The Germans, who last featured in a European final in 1980, will face Rangers on May 18 after the Scottish side knocked out RB Leipzig. In front of a deafening 48,000 crowd, Rafael Borre drilled in the winner for the hosts in the 26th minute, beating the English club for a second time following a 2-1 triumph in the first leg last week. West Ham, who played most of the game with 10 men after left back Aaron Cresswell was dismissed for a professional foul on Jens Petter Hauge in the 17th minute, were toothless throughout. Their manager David Moyes was also sent off in the 79th minute for angrily kicking a ball in a frustrating and scrappy end to West Ham`s European run this season. "A dream has finally come true," Eintracht president Peter Fischer said, surrounded by ecstatic fans who stormed the pitch on the final whistle. "The team did it really well. This city and this environment deserved it. That`s football and now we will win this thing," Fischer said. ALSO READ | FIFA confirms World Cup playoffs schedule, matches to be held in mid-June It had not started well for Frankfurt, though, with defender Martin Hinteregger taken off after only eight minutes with a hamstring injury. But the dismissal of Creswell opened up space down the wing for the Germans and Ansgar Knauff made the most of it when he charged through and delivered a perfect ball for Borre to score. West Ham hardly got a look in and their best chance came a minute from halftime when Kurt Zouma`s close-range effort was cleared off the line. They were equally ineffectual after the break with Moyes`s frustration boiling over when he kicked the ball at a ball boy who he thought was trying to waste time. "Really disappointed," Moyes said. "Things didn`t go for us tonight. I am really proud of the players – how they played with 10 men was fantastic. Other teams would have folded and lost 2-0 or 3-0. "I felt this was a chance. I think we’ve played better teams than Frankfurt. If we’re honest, we probably lost the tie in the first few seconds at the London Stadium." With the homes fans kicking off celebrations in the stands early for what turned out to be a memorable evening for the club struggling in mid-table in the Bundesliga, Eintracht comfortably held on to their lead.

Eintracht Frankfurt move past 10-man West Ham to enter maiden Europa League final, to face Rangers

Steven Gerrard has been appointed as the head coach of English Premier League club Aston Villa on Thursday (November 11) after his departure from the Scottish side Rangers.&nbsp;

After a spell as an Academy Coach at Liverpool, Gerrard joined Rangers in 2018. Under his guidance, the Glasgow Rangers won the Scottish Premiership title last season and finished the campaign undefeated in the league.&nbsp;

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Gerrard enjoyed a glittering playing career with Liverpool and England. He&nbsp;is considered one of the greatest players in Premier League history, scoring 186 goals in 710 appearances for Liverpool.

After joining the Premier League club, Gerrard said that Aston Villa is a club with a "rich history and tradition" in English football and he is "immensely proud" to become its new head coach.

Gerrard further said, "In my conversations with Nassef, Wes and the rest of the Board, it was apparent how ambitious their plans are for the club and I am looking forward to helping them achieve their aims."

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"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everybody associated with Glasgow Rangers for giving me the opportunity to manage such an iconic football club. Helping them secure a record-breaking 55th league title will always hold a special place in my heart. I would like to wish the players, staff and supporters the very best for the future."

Steven Gerrard has been appointed as the head coach of English Premier League club Aston Villa on Thursday (November 11) after his departure from the Scottish side Rangers.

Steven Gerrard has been appointed as the head coach of English Premier League club Aston Villa on Thursday (November 11) after his departure from the Scottish side Rangers. After a spell as an Academy Coach at Liverpool, Gerrard joined Rangers in 2018. Under his guidance, the Glasgow Rangers won the Scottish Premiership title last season and finished the campaign undefeated in the league. ALSO READ | Immediate focus is avoiding relegation, says Newcastle United's boss Eddie Howe Gerrard enjoyed a glittering playing career with Liverpool and England. He is considered one of the greatest players in Premier League history, scoring 186 goals in 710 appearances for Liverpool. After joining the Premier League club, Gerrard said that Aston Villa is a club with a "rich history and tradition" in English football and he is "immensely proud" to become its new head coach. Gerrard further said, "In my conversations with Nassef, Wes and the rest of the Board, it was apparent how ambitious their plans are for the club and I am looking forward to helping them achieve their aims." IN PICS | Moving on from Messi to top-four finish: Issues that Xavi will have to address at Barcelona "I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everybody associated with Glasgow Rangers for giving me the opportunity to manage such an iconic football club. Helping them secure a record-breaking 55th league title will always hold a special place in my heart. I would like to wish the players, staff and supporters the very best for the future."

Steven Gerrard 'immensely proud' to become new Aston Villa manager

Rangers under coach Steven Gerrard have become the second team in the Scottish Premiership history to complete the season without losing a game. the champions achieved this feat after beating Aberdeen 4-0 at home on the final day on Saturday.

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Steven Gerrard's side has won all 19 of their home clashes and also equalled the league record of 26 clean sheets in the campaign. The Rangers had 32 wins and six draws. The team also set a new record by conceding only 13 goals in the whole season.&nbsp;

The first team to go unbeaten in the Scottish Premiership were the Celtics, they achieved the feat in the 2016-17 season. However, they did not win the league as they finished 25 points behind Rangers, who sealed the title in March to deny their arch-rivals a 10th straight title.

"It feels good, it's been a while since I've had the smell of champagne... I'm actually enjoying it," Gerrard told Sky Sports after he was soaked in champagne by Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos.

"I was asked to come here at a really difficult time... It was about having a vision, having the right people in the right places, the right support from the board. We fought every day for three years to get to this point."

Although fans are not allowed inside the stadium due to COVID-19 restrictions, many gathered outside with banners and blue flares to celebrate their 'Invincibles' campaign.

(Inputs from Reuters)

Rangers under coach Steven Gerrard have become the second team in the Scottish Premiership history to complete the season without losing a game. the champions achieved this feat after beating Aberdeen 4-0 at home on the final day on Saturday.

Rangers under coach Steven Gerrard have become the second team in the Scottish Premiership history to complete the season without losing a game. the champions achieved this feat after beating Aberdeen 4-0 at home on the final day on Saturday. ALSO READ: Zlatan Ibrahimovic out of Euro 2020 plans after sustaining injury: Andersson Steven Gerrard's side has won all 19 of their home clashes and also equalled the league record of 26 clean sheets in the campaign. The Rangers had 32 wins and six draws. The team also set a new record by conceding only 13 goals in the whole season. The first team to go unbeaten in the Scottish Premiership were the Celtics, they achieved the feat in the 2016-17 season. However, they did not win the league as they finished 25 points behind Rangers, who sealed the title in March to deny their arch-rivals a 10th straight title. "It feels good, it's been a while since I've had the smell of champagne... I'm actually enjoying it," Gerrard told Sky Sports after he was soaked in champagne by Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos. "I was asked to come here at a really difficult time... It was about having a vision, having the right people in the right places, the right support from the board. We fought every day for three years to get to this point." Although fans are not allowed inside the stadium due to COVID-19 restrictions, many gathered outside with banners and blue flares to celebrate their 'Invincibles' campaign. (Inputs from Reuters)

Steven Gerrard's Rangers become second team to end Scottish Premiership season unbeaten

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard, who takes charge of the Scottish Premiership club for the 150th time on Saturday, said he remains as focussed as ever on rebuilding the team and pushing them towards success.

Rangers lead the 12-team league with 66 points from 24 games and hold a 20-point advantage over defending champions and "Old Firm" rivals Celtic, who have two games in hand.

"I'm really proud to have been manager for 149 games and proud of the effort the players and support staff have given me. I hope there are many more to come," Gerrard told reporters ahead of Saturday's clash with Ross County.

"I'm looking forward very much to the future and pushing towards us being a successful group. That's the challenge for me and everyone at the club," the 40-year-old said.

"It's a journey I've enjoyed immensely. I'm in a better place, from an individual point of view, from what I've learnt. I want to continue to push myself in all areas to become a better manager."

Rangers were second and 13 points behind Celtic with a game in hand when the 2019-20 season was ended prematurely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

But former Liverpool skipper Gerrard, who took charge in 2018, is now in a position to deliver Rangers' first league title in a decade. He has also guided them into the Europa League last-32.

"I knew walking into this job, it wasn't going to be an overnight change, it was going to be a process," he added.

"I've been reluctant to mention targets but I was well aware of what was expected. Knowing it was going to take time and a certain amount of windows, that hasn't surprised me.

"It's played out exactly as I thought. We need to remain focused on what we're trying to achieve."

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard, who takes charge of the Scottish Premiership club for the 150th time on Saturday, said he remains as focussed as ever on rebuilding the team and pushing them towards success.

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard, who takes charge of the Scottish Premiership club for the 150th time on Saturday, said he remains as focussed as ever on rebuilding the team and pushing them towards success. Rangers lead the 12-team league with 66 points from 24 games and hold a 20-point advantage over defending champions and "Old Firm" rivals Celtic, who have two games in hand. "I'm really proud to have been manager for 149 games and proud of the effort the players and support staff have given me. I hope there are many more to come," Gerrard told reporters ahead of Saturday's clash with Ross County. "I'm looking forward very much to the future and pushing towards us being a successful group. That's the challenge for me and everyone at the club," the 40-year-old said. "It's a journey I've enjoyed immensely. I'm in a better place, from an individual point of view, from what I've learnt. I want to continue to push myself in all areas to become a better manager." Rangers were second and 13 points behind Celtic with a game in hand when the 2019-20 season was ended prematurely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But former Liverpool skipper Gerrard, who took charge in 2018, is now in a position to deliver Rangers' first league title in a decade. He has also guided them into the Europa League last-32. "I knew walking into this job, it wasn't going to be an overnight change, it was going to be a process," he added. "I've been reluctant to mention targets but I was well aware of what was expected. Knowing it was going to take time and a certain amount of windows, that hasn't surprised me. "It's played out exactly as I thought. We need to remain focused on what we're trying to achieve."

Rangers boss Gerrard focused on targets ahead of landmark game

Steven Gerrard moved Tuesday to quell speculation about his future as manager of Rangers following last weekend's Scottish Cup defeat by Hearts by insisting he was "ready to go again".

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After the 1-0 loss at Tynecastle on Saturday, a downbeat Gerrard said it was "the lowest I felt since I came into the job by a long way".

The Liverpool great also said "I just need to think", with Rangers facing the prospect of another season without a trophy.

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But speaking ahead of Wednesday's home match against Hamilton, Gerrard insisted he was staying at Ibrox.

Asked if he had thought about his future with Rangers, the former England midfielder replied: "Long term? No, no.

"I'm OK, good, ready for the next challenge which is Hamilton tomorrow.

"From the end of the game at the weekend which was bitterly disappointing, I have done a real lot of thinking to myself and shared those thoughts with people around me and I am ready to go again."

Gerrard's contract with the Glasgow giants runs until 2024 and he said he intended to honour that deal.

"I'm in. I've signed up for something here. I'm in, I'm all in," Gerrard insisted. "I always knew there was going to be periods like this that were tough, real setbacks."

Hearts' Oliver Bozanic scored the only goal of the Cup tie to put the spotlight on Gerrard's decision to drop top scorer Alfredo Morelos for disciplinary reasons.

Morelos was suspended for Rangers' 1-0 win in Braga on Wednesday and was given permission to fly back to Colombia, but returned to Glasgow late.

Gerrard said Tuesday that Morelos had accepted his punishment, which would remain private, and would be available to face Hamilton.

"It is important that we move on from these situations, it is dealt with strongly, which it has been and we move forward," Gerrard explained.

"Is he going to be perfect? No. Is he going to make mistakes and frustrate me from time to time, possibly.

"But I need to make sure I do the right thing for him and the club in this situation and that's what I felt I have done," he added.

Steven Gerrard moved Tuesday to quell speculation about his future as manager of Rangers following last weekend's Scottish Cup defeat by Hearts by insisting he was "ready to go again".

Steven Gerrard moved Tuesday to quell speculation about his future as manager of Rangers following last weekend's Scottish Cup defeat by Hearts by insisting he was "ready to go again". Also read: Steven Gerrard hails Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson for rising above criticism to win Champions League After the 1-0 loss at Tynecastle on Saturday, a downbeat Gerrard said it was "the lowest I felt since I came into the job by a long way". The Liverpool great also said "I just need to think", with Rangers facing the prospect of another season without a trophy. Also read: Football: Liverpool great Gerrard calls time on career But speaking ahead of Wednesday's home match against Hamilton, Gerrard insisted he was staying at Ibrox. Asked if he had thought about his future with Rangers, the former England midfielder replied: "Long term? No, no. "I'm OK, good, ready for the next challenge which is Hamilton tomorrow. "From the end of the game at the weekend which was bitterly disappointing, I have done a real lot of thinking to myself and shared those thoughts with people around me and I am ready to go again." Gerrard's contract with the Glasgow giants runs until 2024 and he said he intended to honour that deal. "I'm in. I've signed up for something here. I'm in, I'm all in," Gerrard insisted. "I always knew there was going to be periods like this that were tough, real setbacks." Hearts' Oliver Bozanic scored the only goal of the Cup tie to put the spotlight on Gerrard's decision to drop top scorer Alfredo Morelos for disciplinary reasons. Morelos was suspended for Rangers' 1-0 win in Braga on Wednesday and was given permission to fly back to Colombia, but returned to Glasgow late. Gerrard said Tuesday that Morelos had accepted his punishment, which would remain private, and would be available to face Hamilton. "It is important that we move on from these situations, it is dealt with strongly, which it has been and we move forward," Gerrard explained. "Is he going to be perfect? No. Is he going to make mistakes and frustrate me from time to time, possibly. "But I need to make sure I do the right thing for him and the club in this situation and that's what I felt I have done," he added.

Steven Gerrard all set on staying at Rangers

A national park in the Netherlands is making an unusual offer to visitors this holiday season: come and chop down your own Christmas tree - for free. Rangers in Hoge Veluwe Park, near the eastern city of Arnhem, have set aside areas where Scots pines are threatening to overwhelm land used by lizards, crickets and other rare species.

Chop-your-own Christmas trees: Dutch park makes festive free offer

Muttahida Qaumi Movement's (MQM) Coordination Committee Convener Dr Nadeem Ehsan said that MQM has nothing to do with gangsters from South Africa. The paramilitary Rangers had fraudulently claimed they belong to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/wont-accept-paks-double-standard-of-justice-mqm-chief-170575">MQM</a> South Africa chapter.&nbsp;

In fact, that notorious scheme was part of ongoing tricky business of the military establishment for maligning the MQM.

However, the scheme has badly flopped and the establishment was exposed after real facts and details about the South African gang have been made public by the MQM.&nbsp;

The paramilitary Rangers are thus hiding their faces after having been exposed by the MQM. The Convener said this in a press video briefing and was flanked by members of the Coordination Committee. He said that the establishment is constantly placing the MQM under misleading and hate-mongering media trial but has utterly failed in its malicious agenda.&nbsp;

The recent activity of the establishment in which it staged a drama of unearthing a large cache of arms and ammunition and alleged the MQM had owned it has flopped.

As a matter of fact, the arrested gangsters have never been in MQM as workers or under any category but they are in real gangsters belonging to Punjab.&nbsp;

They are Rana Zahid, Ali Bhatti, Ali Rashid and Atique Billa. These criminals belong to a gang of criminals based in Johannesburg in South Africa. They are involved in heinous crimes such as murder, kidnapping for ransom, smuggling and other crimes.&nbsp;

These criminals are wanted to Police in South Africa. The Convener said that surprisingly, these notorious criminals regularly attend events and functions organised and hosted by the Pakistani Embassy in South Africa and their photographs with Pakistani envoys in South Africa are all available on the internet.

Dr Ehsan said that, as far as Shuja Ud Din Bobbi is concerned, the MQM had ousted him from the Movement on Jul 28, 2018, and Pakistani and international media was properly informed through the official release.

Likewise, the paramilitary establishment had a few days ago, tried to establish a connection between the MQM and a real estate builder Anis. In fact, Anis is an active member of PSP, which is a gang of criminals created by the military establishment and portrayed as political party.

"As far as the MQM South Africa is concerned, is a strong forte of the MQM and strictly follows the discipline of the MQM."&nbsp;

The MQM Coordination Committee Convener Dr Ehsan said that, "Unearthing the concealed cache of arms and ammunition by the paramilitary Rangers from different houses in Azizabad is just a flopped scheme."&nbsp;

The paramilitary Rangers are enjoying complete control over that area since August 22, 2016.

He asked the paramilitary Rangers to explain to the people of Pakistan and the world as to how it is possible for the smugglers of arms and ammunition to easily transport large caches of arms and ammunition while the military and its paramilitary forces are stationed at each corner of the city and the country.

The paramilitary Rangers have during past a decade raided thousands of houses but they faced no resistance which is proof that the MQM and its designees and workers are purely political and non-violent.&nbsp;

Henceforth, the military establishment and its paramilitary forces and intelligence agencies should stop maligning the MQM as their every maligning act against the MQM has bounced back with sheer humiliation.

Muttahida Qaumi Movement's (MQM) Coordination Committee Convener Dr Nadeem Ehsan said that MQM has nothing to do with gangsters from South Africa. The paramilitary Rangers had fraudulently claimed they belong to MQM South Africa chapter.

Muttahida Qaumi Movement's (MQM) Coordination Committee Convener Dr Nadeem Ehsan said that MQM has nothing to do with gangsters from South Africa. The paramilitary Rangers had fraudulently claimed they belong to MQM South Africa chapter. In fact, that notorious scheme was part of ongoing tricky business of the military establishment for maligning the MQM. However, the scheme has badly flopped and the establishment was exposed after real facts and details about the South African gang have been made public by the MQM. The paramilitary Rangers are thus hiding their faces after having been exposed by the MQM. The Convener said this in a press video briefing and was flanked by members of the Coordination Committee. He said that the establishment is constantly placing the MQM under misleading and hate-mongering media trial but has utterly failed in its malicious agenda. The recent activity of the establishment in which it staged a drama of unearthing a large cache of arms and ammunition and alleged the MQM had owned it has flopped. As a matter of fact, the arrested gangsters have never been in MQM as workers or under any category but they are in real gangsters belonging to Punjab. They are Rana Zahid, Ali Bhatti, Ali Rashid and Atique Billa. These criminals belong to a gang of criminals based in Johannesburg in South Africa. They are involved in heinous crimes such as murder, kidnapping for ransom, smuggling and other crimes. These criminals are wanted to Police in South Africa. The Convener said that surprisingly, these notorious criminals regularly attend events and functions organised and hosted by the Pakistani Embassy in South Africa and their photographs with Pakistani envoys in South Africa are all available on the internet. Dr Ehsan said that, as far as Shuja Ud Din Bobbi is concerned, the MQM had ousted him from the Movement on Jul 28, 2018, and Pakistani and international media was properly informed through the official release. Likewise, the paramilitary establishment had a few days ago, tried to establish a connection between the MQM and a real estate builder Anis. In fact, Anis is an active member of PSP, which is a gang of criminals created by the military establishment and portrayed as political party. "As far as the MQM South Africa is concerned, is a strong forte of the MQM and strictly follows the discipline of the MQM." The MQM Coordination Committee Convener Dr Ehsan said that, "Unearthing the concealed cache of arms and ammunition by the paramilitary Rangers from different houses in Azizabad is just a flopped scheme." The paramilitary Rangers are enjoying complete control over that area since August 22, 2016. He asked the paramilitary Rangers to explain to the people of Pakistan and the world as to how it is possible for the smugglers of arms and ammunition to easily transport large caches of arms and ammunition while the military and its paramilitary forces are stationed at each corner of the city and the country. The paramilitary Rangers have during past a decade raided thousands of houses but they faced no resistance which is proof that the MQM and its designees and workers are purely political and non-violent. Henceforth, the military establishment and its paramilitary forces and intelligence agencies should stop maligning the MQM as their every maligning act against the MQM has bounced back with sheer humiliation.

MQM exposes military establishment on so-called unearthing of arms, ammunition

Scottish club Rangers named former Liverpool and England midfielder&nbsp;Steven&nbsp;Gerrard as their manager on a four-year deal on Friday.

The former England captain, who has coached Liverpool's Under-18s after hanging up his boots two years ago, replaces Graeme Murty for his first role in club management.

"I am honoured to become the next manager of Rangers. I have enormous respect for this football club, and its history and tradition," Gerrard, 37, said in a statement on Rangers' website.

"I can't wait to start this new journey at Rangers as we look to build on the many successes that this Club has achieved."

Gerrard made 710 appearances for his boyhood club during 17 years at Anfield. He scored 186 goals for Liverpool, winning two FA Cups, three League Cups and the Champions League. He also won 114 caps for England, with 40 as captain.

"From the very beginning, talks have been extremely positive and we believe that&nbsp;Steven&nbsp;is the right man to drive Rangers forward," Rangers chairman Dave King said.

Reinvigorating Rangers will be a big challenge for Gerrard. The Glasgow club have won a record 54 Scottish league titles but are struggling to recover from the financial problems that saw them reformed in the bottom tier of Scottish football in 2012.

Rangers are third in the Scottish Premiership, 13 points behind their 'Old Firm' rivals Celtic, who beat them 5-0 at the weekend to claim their seventh straight league title.

Murty was sacked on Tuesday in the wake of that embarrassing loss.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola welcomed Gerrard's first foray into management. "I admire his courage to do that huge challenge to go to Rangers... I wish him all the best," the Spaniard said.

Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino said the toughest task facing any new manager is to get the players on board and communicate ideas clearly but the Argentine backed Gerrard to succeed.

"Steven&nbsp;was an amazing, great player and it's sure he has the experience to manage. I wish him all the best because it will be fantastic for football to have him as a manager and one day challenge him."

Gerrard's new role will see him go up against his former Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers, who is now in charge of Celtic.

Scottish club Rangers named former Liverpool and England midfielder Steven Gerrard as their manager on a four-year deal on Friday

Scottish club Rangers named former Liverpool and England midfielder Steven Gerrard as their manager on a four-year deal on Friday. The former England captain, who has coached Liverpool's Under-18s after hanging up his boots two years ago, replaces Graeme Murty for his first role in club management. "I am honoured to become the next manager of Rangers. I have enormous respect for this football club, and its history and tradition," Gerrard, 37, said in a statement on Rangers' website. "I can't wait to start this new journey at Rangers as we look to build on the many successes that this Club has achieved." Gerrard made 710 appearances for his boyhood club during 17 years at Anfield. He scored 186 goals for Liverpool, winning two FA Cups, three League Cups and the Champions League. He also won 114 caps for England, with 40 as captain. "From the very beginning, talks have been extremely positive and we believe that Steven is the right man to drive Rangers forward," Rangers chairman Dave King said. Reinvigorating Rangers will be a big challenge for Gerrard. The Glasgow club have won a record 54 Scottish league titles but are struggling to recover from the financial problems that saw them reformed in the bottom tier of Scottish football in 2012. Rangers are third in the Scottish Premiership, 13 points behind their 'Old Firm' rivals Celtic, who beat them 5-0 at the weekend to claim their seventh straight league title. Murty was sacked on Tuesday in the wake of that embarrassing loss. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola welcomed Gerrard's first foray into management. "I admire his courage to do that huge challenge to go to Rangers... I wish him all the best," the Spaniard said. Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino said the toughest task facing any new manager is to get the players on board and communicate ideas clearly but the Argentine backed Gerrard to succeed. "Steven was an amazing, great player and it's sure he has the experience to manage. I wish him all the best because it will be fantastic for football to have him as a manager and one day challenge him." Gerrard's new role will see him go up against his former Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers, who is now in charge of Celtic.

Steven Gerrard named manager of Scottish club Rangers

The Indian Army has killed at lat 20 Pakistan Rangers and left around 7 wounded in cross-border firing along the Line of Control (LoC) this year.&nbsp;

The information was brought to light on Thursday and added that Indian Army has been doing pro-active operations along LoC due to ongoing ceasefire violations and due to reports of 180 to 200 terrorists waiting to cross South of Pir Panjal ranges which includes areas of Poonch, Rajouri, Mendhar.

&ldquo;Similar number of terrorists (180-200) are ready to cross LoC in North of Pir Panjal Ranges. In the action by Indian Army Pakistan has suffered 20 casualties &amp; 7 more were injured in 2018. This number was 138 casualties in 2017 with 156 people getting injured,&rdquo; ANI quoted.

The area south of Pir Panjal ranges includes Poonch, Rajouri, and Mendhar.

The insiders further revealed that the army is very much active in the Valley and is involved in pro-active operations due to the ongoing ceasefire violations.

Also, the Indian Army had suffered 10 casualties during ceasefire violations along the LoC this year.

They have been ordered to go ahead with cross firing in case of any act of violence by Pakistani troops along the LoC.&nbsp;

In 2017, the number of causalities on Pakistan side was 138. &nbsp;

(With ANI inputs)

Also, the Indian Army had suffered 10 casualties during ceasefire violations along the LoC this year

The Indian Army has killed at lat 20 Pakistan Rangers and left around 7 wounded in cross-border firing along the Line of Control (LoC) this year. The information was brought to light on Thursday and added that Indian Army has been doing pro-active operations along LoC due to ongoing ceasefire violations and due to reports of 180 to 200 terrorists waiting to cross South of Pir Panjal ranges which includes areas of Poonch, Rajouri, Mendhar. “Similar number of terrorists (180-200) are ready to cross LoC in North of Pir Panjal Ranges. In the action by Indian Army Pakistan has suffered 20 casualties & 7 more were injured in 2018. This number was 138 casualties in 2017 with 156 people getting injured,” ANI quoted. The area south of Pir Panjal ranges includes Poonch, Rajouri, and Mendhar. The insiders further revealed that the army is very much active in the Valley and is involved in pro-active operations due to the ongoing ceasefire violations. Also, the Indian Army had suffered 10 casualties during ceasefire violations along the LoC this year. They have been ordered to go ahead with cross firing in case of any act of violence by Pakistani troops along the LoC. In 2017, the number of causalities on Pakistan side was 138. (With ANI inputs)

Indian Army killed 20 Pakistan Rangers this year

Actor Bryan Cranston has been roped in to play Zordon in the &quot;Power Rangers&quot; remake. 
 
The 60-year-old six-time Emmy winner broke the news on Twitter. 
 
&quot;Excited to play #Zordon in the #PowerRangersMovie! T or F: #BlueRanger Billy Cranston was named after what actor?,&quot; he wrote, noting that Billy Cranston, the Blue Ranger, was named after him. 
 
The &quot;Breaking Bad&quot; alum has worked with the Power Rangers franchise previously as well, voicing Snizard and Twin Man on the &quot;Mighty Morphin Power Rangers&quot; series in the early &#39;90s. 
 
The film will chronicle the adventures of five high school students who must save the planet, which includes their town of Angel Grove, from alien destruction. 
 
Elizabeth Banks is playing the villain, Rita Repulsa, while the young cast includes Becky G as Yellow Ranger Trini, Ludi Lin as Black Ranger Zack, Dacre Montgomery as Red Ranger Jason, Naomi Scott as Pink Ranger Kimberly, and RJ Cyler as Blue Ranger Billy. 
The film is scheduled to release in March 2017. 
 
(PTI)

The 60-year-old six-time Emmy winner broke the news that he'd be playing 'Zordon' on Twitter

Actor Bryan Cranston has been roped in to play Zordon in the "Power Rangers" remake. The 60-year-old six-time Emmy winner broke the news on Twitter. "Excited to play #Zordon in the #PowerRangersMovie! T or F: #BlueRanger Billy Cranston was named after what actor?," he wrote, noting that Billy Cranston, the Blue Ranger, was named after him. The "Breaking Bad" alum has worked with the Power Rangers franchise previously as well, voicing Snizard and Twin Man on the "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" series in the early '90s. The film will chronicle the adventures of five high school students who must save the planet, which includes their town of Angel Grove, from alien destruction. Elizabeth Banks is playing the villain, Rita Repulsa, while the young cast includes Becky G as Yellow Ranger Trini, Ludi Lin as Black Ranger Zack, Dacre Montgomery as Red Ranger Jason, Naomi Scott as Pink Ranger Kimberly, and RJ Cyler as Blue Ranger Billy. The film is scheduled to release in March 2017. (PTI)

Breaking Bad's Bryan Cranston to star in Power Rangers reboot

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