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Rangers fans threaten to protest after SFA punishments

The Rangers Supporters Trust have threaten to protest after the Scottish Football Association imposed fines and a transfer ban on the club.

The Glasgow giants copped a £160,000 fine and were hit with a 12-month transfer embargo after being found guilty of five charges following the club falling into administration under the ownership of Craig Whyte in February.

The decision has infuriated 'Gers supporters who have already threatened to boycott SFA sponsors as well as the Scottish national team as they feel the penalties from the governing body are trying to cripple the club.

"This is a shameful decision that has been taken with the sole purpose of crippling Rangers Football Club," read a statement from the supporters trust.

"It is completely unacceptable and fans groups will be meeting to explore how we jointly express our opposition to this decision in the strongest possible terms.

"This could include protesting at Hampden on the day of the Scottish Cup Final as well as boycotting SFA sponsors William Hill, Carling and Vauxhall.

"All options are on the table and no Rangers player or supporter can credibly play in or support the national side until this ridiculous decision is reversed.

"Despite calls to delay this action the SFA persisted with this case while the club was not in a position to adequately defend itself.

"Had the SFA done its job in the first place on Craig Whyte then this entire saga could have been avoided.

"Rangers supporters are appalled by this decision which brings shame on the SFA and the national game."

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