Martin given police escort as Rangers fans block team bus

Angry Rangers fans tried to prevent the team bus leaving the Falkirk Stadium following the 1-1 draw on Sunday, with a large police presence required to allow players and staff to exit.

Under-pressure head coach Russell Martin was escorted away from the ground in a separate car by police in a bid to keep him away from supporters, who have been calling for his removal for several weeks.

A group of fans, mainly clad in black, were led away from the ground at about 18:30 BST, more than 90 minutes after the match had finished.

The draw was the latest in a series of disappointing results for Rangers which have left them eighth in the Premiership, 11 points behind leaders Hearts and nine adrift of Celtic.

Martin, who was appointed on a three-year contract in June, has only won one of his first seven league matches and has been the subject of fan protests and chants against him at recent games.

It remains to be seen whether the board will keep faith with the former Southampton boss over the international break, with Rangers not in action again until 18 October.

More to follow.