A Rangers supporter has tragically died in a road traffic accident in Istanbul prior to the team’s Europa League last-16 match against Fenerbahce at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium. The Ibrox club released a statement expressing their deep sorrow and extending their sympathies to the supporter’s family and friends. They have established communication with both the Turkish and British authorities to address this unfortunate incident. Meanwhile, over 2,000 visiting fans have traveled to Turkey to witness their team’s showdown with José Mourinho’s Fenerbahce side. Fenerbahce has offered their condolences and extended their sympathies to the supporter’s family, Rangers, and the community as a whole.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/mar/06/rangers-fan-dies-in-traffic-accident-before-europa-league-game-in-istanbul