Vaclav Cerny sends Rangers fans message after reckless Fenerbahce incident
Vaclav Cerny addressed Rangers fans after the side beat Fenerbahce in the Europa League despite a controversial incident involving the winger.
Rangers had secured a 3-1 victory against Fenerbahce in the first leg, giving them a two-goal cushion heading into the return fixture. However, a brace from Sebastian Szymanski forced the tie into a penalty shootout, where the Gers ultimately triumphed 3-2.
Jose Mourinho has been linked with the Rangers job, but came close to knocking out his potential future club. Though Jack Butland proved to be the hero, making two crucial saves to send Barry Ferguson’s side through to the quarter-finals.
Cerny delivered an impressive performance but was involved in a contentious moment during the game. Former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett described Cerny as “reckless” and suggested he was fortunate to avoid a caution or even a red card after his failing arm caught one of his opponents.
Despite the incident, the winger had a message for Rangers fans following the victory, celebrating their hard-fought progression to the next round.
Jack Butland and Nico Raskin among Rangers stars to praise Vaclav Cerny after Europa League triumph
Cerny shared a heartfelt message with Rangers fans following their dramatic victory over Fenerbahce, celebrating a night to remember at Ibrox.
The 27-year-old took to Instagram, writing: “What a night, what an atmosphere. A night to remember. Thank you for the support. Top 8 secured.”
His message was met with a wave of support from teammates, including Nico Raskin, Leon Balogun, and penalty shootout hero Butland, who all reacted to the post.
Butland also addressed Rangers supporters after the win, despite ongoing speculation about his future, as he reflected on a special night for the club.
| Season statistics | Vaclav Cerny |
| Matches | 43 |
| Goals | 17 |
| Assists | 7 |
Rangers face decision on Vaclav Cerny’s future amid impressive form
Cerny was instrumental in Rangers’ first-leg victory over Fenerbahce, delivering a standout performance and scoring twice to put the Gers in control despite the tie going to penalties.
The winger has been a key figure for Rangers this season, making 43 appearances, scoring 17 goals, and providing seven assists. However, he arrived on a loan deal last summer, and doubts remain over whether he will stay beyond this season.
Football Insider previously revealed that Rangers are unlikely to push for a permanent move for Cerny, but the winger has continued to prove his worth, becoming a fan favourite in the process.
Whether the club chooses to invest in him long-term remains to be seen but his performances could certainly sway the board in making the investment.