Rangers Captain James Tavernier leaves squad after disagreement with coach

Rangers lost their fourth game in a row on Wednesday evening, falling 2-1 to Hibernian. The match was meant to be captain James Tavernier's farewell, but he left the squad before kick-off after a disagreement.
By Newsroom | Football, Scotland |

Rangers slumped to their fourth consecutive loss on Wednesday evening, succumbing 2-1 at home to Hibernian at Ibrox. The match, which marked a planned farewell for long-serving captain James Tavernier, was overshadowed by his unexpected withdrawal from the squad shortly before kick-off. The fixture’s narrative became entangled with the captain's availability, culminating in a late winner for the visitors and further pressure on manager Danny Rohl who heard chants from the stands.

Hibernian took an early lead through Martin Boyle, only for Thelo Aasgaard to equalize with a free-kick before halftime. The decisive goal arrived in the dying moments of the game, with Dane Scarlett bundling the ball over the line in the 89th minute.

Pre-Match Discord Surfaces

Reports indicate that Tavernier’s absence from the playing squad stemmed from a disagreement with coach Danny Rohl. Following a “sharp exchange,” Tavernier reportedly addressed his teammates before leaving the stadium, apparently disillusioned after being informed he would not start the match, despite prior expectations of his involvement. This discord led to his planned final appearance at Ibrox being effectively cancelled, leaving his tenure ending not on the pitch, but through a pre-match presentation.

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An emotional presentation still took place before the game, where club legend John Greig marked Tavernier's 11 years of service. However, the circumstances of his final day at the club have cast a pall over the proceedings.

Season's Slump Continues

The defeat against Hibernian underscores a concerning trend for Rangers, marking their fourth loss since the league split. The club, one of Scotland's most storied, finds itself navigating a period of poor form. The match also saw significant saves from Hibernian goalkeeper Raphael Sallinger and instances of "poor Gers finishing," contributing to the final scoreline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did Rangers captain James Tavernier leave the squad before the match on Wednesday?
James Tavernier left the squad before the game against Hibernian on Wednesday evening because of a disagreement with coach Danny Rohl. He was told he would not start the match and left the stadium.
Q: What was the result of the Rangers vs Hibernian match on Wednesday?
Hibernian beat Rangers 2-1 at Ibrox on Wednesday evening. Dane Scarlett scored the winning goal for Hibernian in the 89th minute.
Q: How has Rangers' recent form been?
Rangers have now lost four games in a row since the league split. This poor form continued with the 2-1 loss to Hibernian at home.
Q: What happened during James Tavernier's planned farewell at the stadium?
Although James Tavernier's planned final appearance on the pitch was cancelled due to his departure, an emotional presentation still took place before the game to mark his 11 years of service to the club.