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Steven Gerrard reveals major reason he stays away from Rangers – and why he made exception for Celtic romp

Gerrard discreetly returned to Ibrox last month as Gers battered their arch rivals 3-0 in the last eight of the Premier Sports Cup

By Anthony Evans · Daily Record

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 3:32 PM

Key Things to Know

Steven Gerrard avoids attending Rangers matches to show respect for current manager Derek McInnes.
Gerrard quietly attended Rangers' 3-0 Premier Sports Cup quarter-final win over Celtic last month.
The former Rangers boss noted he previously turned down an offer to return following Russell Martin's departure.

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Former Rangers manager Steven Gerrard revealed he avoids attending games at Ibrox out of respect for current manager Derek McInnes. Speaking on Open Goal, Gerrard explained he remains reluctant to watch from the directors' box in a suit because he does not want to undermine whichever manager is currently in charge.

Gerrard did make an exception by quietly attending Rangers' 3-0 Premier Sports Cup victory over Celtic last month. Despite ongoing speculation about a potential managerial return, Gerrard stated he is currently happy working in television with TNT and enjoying family life.

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