Manager Derek McInnes has publicly accepted "full responsibility" for Rangers' disappointing exit from the UEFA Conference League, calling the defeat to Jablonec "embarrassing." After holding a 1-0 advantage from the first leg, Rangers fell 4-3 in a penalty shootout on Thursday, marking a significant setback for the club.

Despite an early lead in the shootout, Rangers faced a heartbreaking collapse as Findlay Curtis and James Penrice missed crucial penalties, leaving the team without European football beyond August for the first time since their loss to Progres Niederkorn in 2017.

McInnes expressed his frustration, stating:

I'm embarrassed with the performance. The only people who represented the club well tonight were my staff and the supporters who were outstanding.

He acknowledged the challenges faced, including a significant turnover of players and a lack of experience, but emphasized the need for improvement:

The responsibility is mine to ensure we're better than what we served up tonight.

Statistically, Rangers struggled throughout the match, managing just over 46% possession and only one shot on target. They won fewer than 70% of their tackles and committed 17 fouls, which McInnes highlighted as unacceptable.

The manager's remarks reflect a growing concern among fans, with many expressing their discontent:

• Barry criticized the team's mediocrity and suggested they may struggle to finish in the top six this season.
• Lennie lamented that the current squad does not deserve to wear the Rangers jersey.
• Jim pointed out the decline of Scottish football, noting the stark contrast to five years ago when Rangers reached a European final.
• Brian called the situation a disgrace, insisting McInnes must secure a win in the upcoming match to retain his position.

As Rangers look to rebound from this setback, the pressure mounts on McInnes and his squad to improve their performances in the coming weeks.