‘It hurts a lot’ – Tom Lawrence on Rangers’ troubles

Rangers midfielder Tom Lawrence admits “it hurts a lot” to see supporters angry with the team but accepts the players must shoulder their share of the blame.

The Welshman feels the Europa League hosting of FCSB is therefore “massive” as he and his team-mates aim to get disgruntled fans back onside.

“We need to put on a performance in front of the fans,” he said.

“Every game is now a massive game. We’re coming in off the back of a difficult result and we need to put that right.

“Recent results might heighten [pressure on the manager] but we all just need to stick together.

“I would be lying if I said we’re in a happy place. We’re all disappointed and frustrated with way we played at Kilmarnock.”

Lawrence is in no doubt that a big European win could go a long way in restoring some trust from the supporters following Sunday’s loss at Rugby Park.

“I hope the fans get right behind us and I hope it’s a turning point,” he adds. “This shouldn’t just be on the manager, we as players need to step up.”

When quizzed whether Rangers have become too boring and predictable, Lawrence was straightforward in his reply.

“That’s fair for Sunday, but not for previous games,” he said.

“We have to earn the right again with the fans. It hurts a lot. So we’re looking forward to this game to try to put things right.”