The full-time whistle was still echoing inside a rapidly emptying Ibrox when a Christmas classic boomed from the PA system. According to denim-clad 80s favourite Shakin’ Stevens, this is ‘the season of love and understanding’. But then old Shaky never had the Rangers annual general meeting in mind. Confirmation last night that Ally McCoist had been placed on gardening leave for the remainder of his contract adds a whole new dimension to what was always going to be a fractious event. Ally McCoist's departure, nine days after he offered his resignation, leaves more questions than it answers The atmosphere is likely to be far from festive when the board sits in front of rank-and-file shareholders in the Bill Struth main stand this morning. Goodwill and charity are in scant supply among supporters angered by so much that has already happened and anxious about what comes next.
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Ally McCoist finally left the club nine days after offering his resignation
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Assistant Kenny McDowall will take over as manager until end of season
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Fans have been left angry and disengaged by the club's situation
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