Chris Leggat, Douglas Laing CEO, added: “As a proud Glasgow based business for over 70 years, we are delighted to partner with Rangers Football Club to bring together two of life’s greatest pleasures - football and Scotch Whisky. It is a particularly exciting collaboration as we work with Rangers to celebrate and commemorate their 150th Anniversary in 2022. James Bisgrove, Rangers’ Commercial & Marketing Director added: “Today marks the beginning of the build-up to our historic 150th-anniversary celebrations with a wide range of supporter-facing activities planned in the coming 12 months, culminating in the grand opening of new Edmiston House. RANGERS are today delighted to announce a new partnership with leading Scotch Whisky distiller, blender and bottler Douglas Laing & Co.

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I believe it speaks volumes for the contribution Rangers has made to our nation in a positive sense over these years that the club is being recognised in this manner, and we look forward to promoting the good name of Rangers even further this evening to invited guests from across the political spectrum, as well as wider society.” Rangers Chairman, Douglas Park, commented: “Rangers are today delighted to unveil our 150th anniversary crest – the first major milestone as we count down to the celebrations of being the first major European club to reach such a landmark. The outfield kit is a classic white design as a homage to our first team photograph in 1877 whilst the goalkeeper kit is a soft shade of blue, inspired by bluebells. In the summer of 2020, the club launched an evolution of our brand identity and unveiled an updated ‘Ready’ crest which displayed our core ‘READY’ message in a new, modern way. ‘Ready’ has always had significant meaning in the club’s history. For the anniversary, ‘Forever Ready’ will be the message that unites everything we do as a club to celebrate 150 incredible years – and fittingly, Rangers enter this milestone year as Champions of Scotland for a World Record 55th time.Throughout the season, our kit and retail partner Castore will release commemorative kits that pay tribute to the rich heritage and success this club has been built on. These kit launches will be further complemented by special edition training wear, leisure wear and retro items for all ages. The shirt features an off-centre, buttoned collar which featured prominently on our first kits within the 1800s. Football stars from across the globe will also grace the hallowed turf that weekend with legends such as Luis Figo, Roberto Carlos and Gheorghe Hagi already confirmed to join in the celebrations. In the company of so many legends, we will also unveil the Rangers Dream Scene painting which brings together players, managers and moments from our 150 years. MyGers members will also be awarded 25 points for purchasing an annual standard subscription, and 40 for an annual unlimited subscription.

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As announced in this month’s MyGers newsletter, our junior supporters can win the chance to celebrate another important birthday – Broxi’s! We will be hosting a MyGers exclusive party that will allow our youngest fans to celebrate the club turning 150 with Broxi Bear. Special kits will also be released by Castore and here are plans for a series of commemorative events and a Rangers museum at the new Edmonton House being built beside the stadium. I’m looking forward to captaining a team that will include former World Cup, Champions League and Ballon D’Or winners and best of all, the weekend will raise important funds for my foundation which supports children around the globe.” Every MyGers membership contributes to the success of the first team as MyGers membership revenue goes directly towards the first team investment.

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Luis Figo will lead a galaxy of football legends for a star-studded friendly against a Rangers Legends side in a glamour friendly at Ibrox next year. It is similar to the current one, but will have a scroll underneath which says: "150 years" and will also have "1872" and "2022" on either side of it. March 2022 is a focal point of our 150th anniversary celebrations, and we look forward to collectively celebrating this prestigious milestone with our supporters around the world, but there is so much more to come including the opening of New Edmiston House and the much-anticipated museum, as well as the Blue Sky Lounge restaurant and hospitality suite in the Sandy Jardine Stand.

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The Gallant Pioneers kit has been incredibly popular with supporters already this season and in anticipation of our birthday weekend, Castore will release a PRO edition of this kit which will be presented in a luxury, limited-edition gift box. To finish March in style, the Weekend of Legends, presented by Unibet, will take place on March 26 and will see the return of some our most-loved legends including Paul Gascoigne, Michael Mols and Sasa Papac. Season 2021/22 has already featured many special moments for the 150th anniversary including historical friendlies with Arsenal and Real Madrid, the re-introduction of live concerts to Ibrox and the unveiling of commemorative crests that have been worn on our kits. Supporters around the globe can also send us your anniversary messages and videos. We look forward to sharing some of the best ones at half-time that day and on our digital platforms throughout the month. Rangers have gone on to become one of the biggest names in world football with millions of passionate followers worldwide. Despite its global fanbase, the club’s roots in the local community remain as strong as ever.Now, this will upset a few of the usual suspects, won’t it? That much is very predictable but that’s where any thoughts of those on the outside should stay. A 150th anniversary Fan Village will be created at Ibrox stadium for the Aberdeen, Weekend of Legends, and Celtic fixtures, with a wide range of activities planned for all the family. The Fan Village will include a number of activations, including live entertainment, a pop-up museum exhibition and football activities.