Russian manager criticized the players of Rangers after the night match

• Rangers failed to win in the opening match of the season
• Russell Martin criticized the players for insufficient performance
• Emmanuel Longelo equalized the score in the match against Motherwell

The head coach of Rangers, Russell Martin, criticized his players for their poor mentality after the 1-1 draw with Motherwell in the opening match of the Scottish Premier League on August 2, 2025. Martin expressed dissatisfaction, stating that his team was "fortunate" to get one point, as Motherwell demonstrated greater aggression and boldness.

In the first half, Rangers were leading thanks to a goal from James Tavernier, but in the second half, Motherwell equalized the score thanks to a goal from Emmanuel Longelo. Martin pointed out that his team did not show sufficient performance and enthusiasm, stating that some players needed to "pull their socks up." He noted that the problem lies not only in tactics but also in the mentality of the players.

After the match, during the interview, Martin emphasized that players needed to work together and not rely on individual actions when the team faces difficulties. He also mentioned that Rangers have not won any of their three opening matches in the new season, which raises concerns among the club's supporters.

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