Rangers escape UEFA rap

RANGERS will not be punished for playing the national anthem at Ibrox, despite UEFA rejecting their request to do so.

The Glasgow club — along with Manchester City and Chelsea — asked to play God Save the King before their Champions League matches this week, following the Queen’s death. UEFA sparked outrage when they said no — a move revealed by Sportsmail — stating they had to ensure the build-up to every match was ‘consistent’.

Rangers played the national anthem regardless after a minute’s silence with thousands — including players — joining in a rousing rendition.

Now UEFA have confirmed they will not be punishing the club. Celtic face disciplinary proceedings, though, after fans displayed an anti-monarchy banner before the game against Shakhtar Donetsk in Warsaw.