GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — A Rangers fan has died in Instanbul ahead of the Scottish club's Europa League match against Fenerbahce on Thursday.
Rangers announced the death of the unnamed fan, who it said died in a road traffic incident overnight.
“The immediate thoughts of everyone at the club are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time,” the club said in a statement. “We are remaining in constant contact with both the Turkish and British authorities over this tragic incident.”
Rangers plays Fenerbahce in the first leg of its round of 16 tie at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium.
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