Rangers Craig Halkett Faces Off Against Buckie Thistle in Pre-Season Action: A Flashback to Scottish Cup Victory (2003)

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Rangers Craig Halkett Faces Off Against Buckie Thistle in Pre-Season Action: A Flashback to Scottish Cup Victory (2003)

Rangers Craig Halkett in action

Rangers Football Club is a Scottish professional football club based in the Govan district of Glasgow

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© Kirk ORourke

Football Action Pre Season Friendly

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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, taken by acclaimed Scottish football photographer Kirk O'Rourke, Rangers' stalwart Craig Halkett fiercely faces off against Buckie Thistle during a pre-season friendly in the summer of 2003. The image transports us back in time to a pivotal moment in Rangers' storied history, just months before the team would etch their name into the annals of Scottish football once more. The year was 2003, and the Ibrox giants were gearing up for another season in the Scottish Premier League. Pre-season friendlies provided an opportunity for manager Alex McLeish to assess his squad and fine-tune tactics ahead of the new campaign. In this particular encounter, Halkett, a key defender, was locked in a tense standoff with a Buckie Thistle opponent, the outcome of their clash poised to determine possession of the ball. Yet, this seemingly ordinary pre-season friendly held a deeper significance. Unbeknownst to the players and fans in attendance, this season would culminate in a momentous victory for Rangers. The team would go on to win the Scottish Cup, securing their 31st domestic trophy and maintaining their status as one of Scotland's most successful clubs. As we gaze at this photograph, we're reminded of the passion, determination, and unwavering spirit that defines football and Rangers Football Club. Craig Halkett's intense focus and unyielding stance embody the grit and tenacity that carried the team to victory that year. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, a testament to the enduring legacy of Rangers Football Club, and a glimpse into the fierce competition that is the beautiful game.

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