A Rangers fan aged 70 has died following a medical incident at Ibrox Stadium during Saturday's Scottish Premiership fixture between Rangers and Dundee.
The supporter experienced a medical emergency whilst seated in the Bill Struth Main Stand during the match, which concluded with a 1-1 draw. He was subsequently transported to hospital where he passed away.
The Glasgow club confirmed the tragic news on Sunday, stating they were "devastated" by the loss of one of their supporters.
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The incident occurred during a tense encounter that saw Rangers reduced to 10 men after Nasser Djiga's dismissal before the hour mark, with James Tavernier's injury-time penalty salvaging a point for the home side after Ryan Astley had given Dundee the advantage shortly after the interval.
Rangers confirmed that a fan had sadly died during their Scottish Premiership clash with Dunee
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Rangers have pledged to contact the bereaved family to provide assistance during this difficult period.
"Everyone at Rangers is devastated to have learned of the passing of one of our supporters at yesterday's match with Dundee," the club stated on Sunday.
"The thoughts of the entire club are with their family and friends. We will be reaching out to the family to offer our support at this deeply sad and difficult time."
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A Police Scotland representative confirmed that officers were alerted to a 70-year-old man becoming unwell during Saturday's Rangers versus Dundee fixture at Ibrox.
The spokesperson added that the man was transported to hospital where he subsequently died, with next of kin informed. Authorities have confirmed there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.
Everyone at Rangers is devastated to have learned of the passing of one of our supporters at yesterday’s match with Dundee.
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) August 10, 2025
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The football community has responded with an outpouring of sympathy on social media platforms. One supporter posted: "Devastating news Condolences to the friends & family of our fellow supporter."
Another fan expressed similar sentiments, writing: "Thoughts are with his friends, family, and all those he knew at Ibrox. A tragic loss."
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A witness to the medical emergency praised the response from those present at the stadium.
"Watched this unfold sadly, Paramedics, police, stewards and fans all done a job yesterday working as hard as they could to save a life. Rest easy," they wrote.
James Tavernier scored a late penalty to salvage a draw for Rangers
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The tributes reflect the close-knit nature of the Rangers support, with fans uniting in grief following the loss of a fellow supporter at what should have been a routine league fixture.