Response Fernando Ricksen on Ally McCoist being banned from benefit game
I want to react on yesterdays article in the Daily Record about Ally McCoist being banned from the Tribute Game on Sunday the 25th of January.
Neither Rangers nor me have banned Ally McCoist from the game.
I was shocked to read it in the papers just like everybody else.
Ally McCoist is a great man who has my greatest respect.
He is a Rangers Legend and All-Time goal scorer.
He has done amazing things for the club as a player and coach.
If there are problems between Rangers and Ally McCoist then it’s between them.
This should be settled between them and not the papers.
Neither should the Tribute Game or me be dragged into this.
The game on Sunday should be a great positive day.
A day that will show what it means to be part of ‘The Rangers Family’.
A Family that helps each other in difficult times.
I really hope to see Ally McCoist on Sunday at Ibrox.
I hope he will come.
Fernando Ricksen
9 Comments
well said, I don’t buy the paper, but just knew this was not true I hope you have a lovely day on Sunday I know the Rangers family will welcome you as always
thinking of you Sylvia xxxxx
It’s only true in repect of the fact that Ally is on “gardening leave” and, as such, in employment law, hould not be on the premises during this time. Let’s hope someone with some common sense can waive this for the game on Sunday and give Fernando the night that he will remember, back among friends.
Sadly, I cannot be there as had a knee replacement 4 days ago. Hope al goes well Fernando.
Yvonne
I’m a celtic fan I wish you all the best for Sunday big man respect hope there is a huge turnout
I look forward to seeing our Legends (including your good self) at Ibrox again for a wonderful cause and a wonderful day together….just like old times.
The ongoing problems should never detract from you and your goal here and people should not be taking any issues to this game…it is a day for celebration and a day for hope for you.
Sincerely hope things go well and you have a fantastic day back at Ibrox, god bless you Fernando…a legend you always will be and may all football fans turn up and enjoy the day.
My son has your boots sitting proudly in his room from when we met you in the sky dome in Toronto a few years ago, all the best for Sunday. Warp. .
Best wishes Fernando .You were a great player for Rangers.hope the stadium is full on Sunday..I know Ally would want to be there..and will be doing everything he can to make it so ..He is a true legend at Rangers and it would be a travesty if he was at anytime , not permitted into Ibrox stadium ….See You Sunday..
As Admin For The “Fernando Ricksen v motor neurone disease we love you Fernando (I didn’t choose Page Name, I would like to point out – Bit of a Mouthful) I think I can express the Sadness felt hearing such dissapointing “News” in the tabloids from Both Myself & The Supporters of the page. Sunday is about neither Boycotts or Board & is a Day for Us to Support another Club Legend & show our appreciation for The Great service & memories created for Us, The fans, by Fernando & Take our turn in returning the Favour. The players attending on Sun are fantastic & certainly show how respected & Loved Fernando was by his Team mates during his playing days at Ibrox. These are the things the Tabloids should be Highlighting! We will always Support you Fernando & I’m sure Ally being the man he is, if able to attend will do his utmost to be there too. So Looking Forwad to seeing A host of Truely Great Players Back on Our Pitch! Keep Fighting Fernando – Your Glasgow Rangers Family are rooting for you All The Way!!
Had a season ticket from the age of five. I’m now nearly 40years old. This season has been the very first time i couldn’t renew due to these disgusting people ruining our beloved club. I had vowed never to return to Ibrox until this money grabbing, self centred group within our board had packed up or been removed in other ways. These people are still there unfortunately, but on Sunday 25th January 2015 myself and partner will be returning to Ibrox for one reason only. That reason is to put more important things in life into perspective and fully support a great servant to our beloved club who deserves a fantastic turnout,and for all to recognise what a cruel thing ‘Motor Neuron Disease’ really is. You were a legend Fernando and we will always remember you wearing the famous Blue jersey especially Helicopter day when you were captain. Look forward seeing you plus many other greats on Sunday. No Surrender. WATP GB X
Fernando,to be a Ranger you have to be commited,a team player,fight to the end with the heart of a lion and you mate have the the lot and more,sunday is your day and im sure it will be one you will never forget,i am working and cant make it but im sure the fans that will be there will show how much of a legend you were and still are for the mighty Rangers,good luck Fernando Ricksen.