Ex-Scotland and Rangers legend Smith dies aged 73
Former Scotland, Rangers and Everton manager Walter Smith has died aged 73.
Smith led Rangers to 10 Scottish top-flight titles, five Scottish Cups and six League CupsaswellastotheUEFACup final in 2008.
Rangers said: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our former manager, chairman and club legend Walter Smith."
RangerschairmanDouglas Park added on the club's website: "On behalf of the Rangers board of directors, staff and players, I convey my deep condolences to the Smith family.
"Walter leaves behind a wife, children and grandchildren, all of whom are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
"It is almost impossible to encapsulate what Walter meant to every one of us at Rangers.
"He embodied everything that a Ranger should be. His character and leadership was second to none, and will live longinthememoryofeveryone heworkedwithduringhistwo terms as first-team manager.
"I spoke with Walter as recently as last weekend. Even when he was battling illness, he was still able to provide adviceandsupport.Forthat,Iam personally grateful.
"I know that he continued also to maintain dialogue with senior members of staff, including our manager Steven Gerrard.
"Walter will be sorely missed by all of us at Rangers.
"Winning 10 top-flight titles as manager, five Scottish Cups and six League Cups, as well as leading his club to the UEFACupfinalin2008,hewill berememberedbythefootball community across the world.
“Walter was a friend to many, a leader, an ambassador, and most of all, a legend."