Rangers get apology from SPFL as cinch dispute ends

The SPFL have apologised to Rangers with both parties confirming their dispute over the cinch sponsorship deal has come to an end.

Ibrox chiefs had refused to take part in any promotion for the company - citing a conflict with their own deal with Parks of Hamilton.

The governing body have now apologised for the long-running dispute, as well as any reputational damage caused to Rangers or Park's.

An independent review of governance will also been commissioned to help ensure any similar disputes are avoided in the future.

SPFL Chairman, Murdoch MacLennan, said: “We are delighted to have finally drawn a line under this dispute following discussions between ourselves and Rangers, and we are keen to do all we can to learn from this protracted disagreement.

“I am particularly grateful for the constructive approach shown by all parties in helping resolve this long-running situation and am very happy to apologise if there has been any damage to the reputation of Rangers FC or Park’s of Hamilton.

“Going forward, we have also agreed to commission an independent review of governance to help ensure the SPFL can avoid any such dispute in the future. This review will commence in October 2023.

“I am pleased we have put this matter to bed at last and am now looking forward to working constructively with Rangers and our 41 other clubs at what is a hugely exciting time for Scottish football as a whole.”

A spokesperson for Rangers commented: “Rangers acknowledges the apology from the SPFL and is pleased that this long running dispute has been brought to a conclusion. In welcoming the independent review of SPFL governance, the Club wishes to give thanks for the efforts and patience of those who have driven this to a satisfactory outcome.”

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