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Sports News of Thursday, 6 March 2025

    

Source: www.ghanawebbers.com

Rangers fan dies in Istanbul before Fenerbahce game

Rangers play Fenerbahce in a Europa League tie on Thursday night. Rangers play Fenerbahce in a Europa League tie on Thursday night.

A Rangers fan tragically died in a road accident in Istanbul ahead of the club's Europa League match against Fenerbahce.

Reports suggest the man was crossing the road early in the morning when he was struck by a car and then run over by another vehicle.

Rangers expressed their devastation and offered condolences to the victim’s family and friends.

The club is in contact with Turkish and British authorities regarding the incident.

The UK Foreign Office also confirmed awareness of the death and is liaising with local officials.

Fenerbahce extended their sympathies to the family and Rangers, as the tragic event casts a shadow over the upcoming match.