Russian champions lift UEFA Cup after easy win over Rangers May 16, 2008
I cannot speak highly enough of the group of players we have, said Rangers manager Walter Smith. We didnt think this season would lead to a European final. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Zenit St Petersburg win Uefa Cup May 15, 2008
Rangers coach Walter Smith, who had replaced Advocaat in his first spell at the club, believed his side did not make the most of their own chances. "Over the tournament we've worked very hard to get to the final. There was not that much in it overall and we had a few chances ourselves," said Smith. (Aljazeera.Net)
Rangers boss tells team to forget Euro heartbreak and complete treble May 15, 2008
Walter Smith has urged his Rangers players to forget the disappointment of their UEFA Cup final defeat here on Wednesday and concentrate on completing the domestic treble that remains in their grasp. Rangers can add the Scottish Premier League and Scottish Cup titles to the League Cup they have already secured this season and Smith said his squad had to retain their focus for the remaining four matches of the campaign. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Former Celtic coach Burns dies of cancer May 15, 2008
He later assisted Scotland manager Berti Vogts, a position he kept under Walter Smith, and returned to Celtic again to take charge of youth development under Martin O'Neill. Celtic manager Gordon Strachan replaced O'Neill in 2005 and promoted Burns to first team coach. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
* Goal-hungry Zenit not intimidated by Rangers' defense May 14, 2008
"No one qualifies for a final undeservedly." Rangers manager Walter Smith has been on the defensive over his team's guarded approach, while relishing being labeled underdogs. "It doesn't offend in any way, shape or form," Smith said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Smith seeking last laugh in final against stylish Zenit May 14, 2008
Since being denounced as anti-football by Barcelona s Lionel Messi earlier this season, Walter Smith s side have had to endure a constant barrage of dismissive comment over the prudent, counter-attacking style that has got them into their first European final in 36 years. But as Barcelona contemplate a season without silverware that has cost head coach Frank Rijkaard his job, Rangers stand on the brink of a UEFA Cup triumph that could well be complemented by a domestic treble. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Man United manager inspired to carry on May 13, 2008
Rangers' Walter Smith and former England coach Steve McClaren also had spells as his assistant at Old Trafford. But they're not the ones hoping for him to step down. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The final in Manchester is the opener in an East-West double bill May 13, 2008
"The Champions League is way beyond the expectations of a Scottish team," said Rangers manager Walter Smith this week. "We've shown that the UEFA Cup is within reach - and when you get to a final there's a legitimate chance you can win it.". (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Sir Alex Ferguson on the Uefa Cup final May 13, 2008
Ferguson believes his friend, Rangers manager Walter Smith, can win the Uefa Cup to remain on course for four titles. "It is an incredible achievement for Walter and it is outstanding given the fixtures they have," said Ferguson. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Rangers 3, Dundee Utd 1: Novo hits double to keep Rangers title ... May 11, 2008
Rangers were unhappy at having to squeeze eight games, including the Uefa Cup final against Zenit St Petersburg and the Scottish Cup final against Queen of the South, into three weeks in their pursuit of an unprecedented quartet of trophies, but Walter Smith, their manager, could smile after this second successive League victory. It was the turn of his opposite number, Craig Levein, to be angry after a match in which he thought the referee, Mike McCurry, had dealt his side short by failing to... (Independent)
Scot managers could win top two UEFA trophies May 9, 2008
Walter Smith leads Rangers in UEFA Cup final on Wednesday in Manchester ... Walter Smith has guided Rangers to the UEFA Cup final next Wednesday, a week before his mentor Alex Ferguson bids for a second Champions League triumph with Manchester United. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
SFA won't move Cup final to aid busy Rangers May 8, 2008
"I think everyone knows how we feel about it, but we will play," Rangers manager Walter Smith said. Rangers also has three games to make up on league leader Celtic in the title race, and the club's request to the Premier League to postpone Saturday's game against Dundee United was rejected. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Smith - expected tight finish. SMITH EXPECTED TIGHT FINISH May 7, 2008
Rangers manager Walter Smith expected nothing less than a nerve-jangling finale to the Clydesdale Bank Premier League season despite Celtic being written off as early as March. Many fans thought the title was in the bag when Rangers won their fourth Old Firm derby on the trot. (Sportinglife.com)
Rangers held by Hibernian May 5, 2008
Rangers manager Walter Smith, who on Thursday guided his team to the UEFA Cup final, refused to blame tiredness for the performance. Denied: Rangers Daniel Cousin (left) and Kirk Broadfoot protest after the formers goal was disallowed by referee Calum Murray during their Scottish Premier League match against Hibernian yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Italians cry foul over tactics used by Rangers May 3, 2008
Rangers boss Walter Smith was very open about his game plan. At a certain point of the game we decided to aim for 0-0 because it was the only way to escape with a positive result, he told reporters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ten-man Rangers reach final on penalties May 2, 2008
"It's the third lot of penalties we've had this season and we've managed to win them all -- it's a magnificent achievement, said Rangers manager Walter Smith. "We were hanging on a bit though tonight. Credit Fiorentina, they put us under a great deal of pressure, but I can't ask more of the boys -- they defended fantastically. (CNN -- International)
UEFA: Zenit routs Bayern, gets Rangers in final May 2, 2008
"That takes a bit of beating that one,'' Rangers manager Walter Smith said. "It was very hard. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Fiorentina 0-0 Rangers May 2, 2008
Nacho Novo celebrates with Walter Smith ... For the third time this season Walter Smith s side triumphed from the spot. (Glasgow Daily Record)
* Celtic win fiery Old Firm derby Apr 18, 2008
While it seemed everyone else at Parkhead was caught up in the emotion of the game Strachan and Rangers counterpart Walter Smith tried to put it into some kind of perspective. All the result does is make us feel better about ourselves that weve won the game, Strachan said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Celtic sink 10-man Rangers in ill-tempered derby Apr 18, 2008
Rangers manager Walter Smith declined to discuss the melee at the end of the match that continued into the tunnel but told BBC radio: After holding out for so long (with 10 men) it was obviously disappointing to lose a goal in the last seconds. . (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Waco Federal Judge Disqualifies Texas Speakers Opponent Apr 18, 2008
U.S. District Judge Walter Smith said Dingus didn't resign his city council seat before filing his candidacy for the Legislature. The Texas Democratic Party had asked a judge to weigh on the eligibility issue. (KWTX.com, TX)
Celtic snatch late 2-1 victory over Rangers Apr 17, 2008
Rangers manager Walter Smith declined to discuss the melee at the end of the match that continued into the tunnel but told BBC radio: "After holding out for so long (with 10 men) it was obviously disappointing to lose a goal in the last seconds.". Japanese midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura gave Celtic the lead with a 30-metre rising shot after 20 minutes. (International Herald Tribune)
Five more wins and Celtic can keep title, vows Aiden McGeady Apr 17, 2008
" Celtic's win, their first over Rangers since Walter Smith returned to Ibrox 16 months ago, has refuelled Parkhead belief. McGeady added: "Now we have got that monkey off our back, we are looking to the future. There is an awful lot of points to be played for but the fact we won will stand us in good stead. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Convicted Central Texas Drug Dealer Sentenced To Life In Prison Apr 15, 2008
Federal District Judge Walter Smith also ordered each defendant be placed on supervised release after the completion of the sentences. All four of the defendants pleaded guilty to cocaine distribution charges in December. (KWTX.com, TX)
Cuellar lands Player award Apr 15, 2008
Rangers boss Walter Smith was also honoured, receiving the Manager of the Year prize at the awards ceremony held at Glasgow's Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Celtic's Aiden McGeady was named Young Player of the Year, ensuring it would not be a Rangers clean sweep of the top awards. (SkySports)
Coaches go global to raise standards Apr 11, 2008
Central Coast boss Lawrie McKinna will be back home in Scotland next week for a working holiday, spending time with Rangers head coach Walter Smith before heading south for a few days at Sheffield United. "The A-League has done a lot of good things in three years, but we have to keep improving in every area, and as a coach it's important you keep going overseas to see how it's done," McKinna said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rangers confident they can march into semi-finals Apr 10, 2008
Although Rangers manager Walter Smith prefers the defensive formation of 4-5-1, which has brought him criticism from a section of the club's supporters, McCulloch believes the strategy has been successful and can work again in Lisbon. The team are used to playing the system and I think it's worked well for us. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Boyd sticking with Rangers Apr 6, 2008
GLASGOW: Rangers striker Kris Boyd insists he will stick with Rangers despite his frustration at being reduced to a fringe role in Walter Smith s team. The 24-year-old has started just 19 matches this season, coming off the bench a further 12 times, but has scored a remarkable 20 goals to make him the club s leading scorer. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
An unhealthy dose of bitumen for Melbourne Apr 3, 2008
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* Sports Briefs Mar 31, 2008
The win extended Rangers' lead at the top of the table to six points and, with the benefit of a game in hand, manager Walter Smith looks destined to secure the trophy in his first full season since he returned to the club in the middle of last term. This story has been viewed 194 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Rangers win to go six points clear Mar 31, 2008
I felt we had to win the match to give us a little bit of leeway, Rangers manager Walter Smith told BBC radio. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Rangers on brink of title after derby win Mar 30, 2008
The win extended Rangers' lead at the top of the table to six points and, with the benefit of a game in hand, manager Walter Smith looks destined to secure the SPL trophy in his first full season since he returned to the club in the middle of last season. Rangers, who have now won 13 consecutive matches in the league, have already secured the League Cup this season and are on track to complete a domestic treble as well as having reached the last eight of the UEFA Cup, in which they will face... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Rangers (1) 1 Celtic (0) 0 Mar 30, 2008
Celtic have now faced Rangers four times since Walter Smith returned to Ibrox for his second spell and on each occasion he has put the Indian sign on the Parkhead side. Nor has there been much variation in the script - aside from Rangers' comfortable 3-0 romp at Ibrox in October - as Smith's players have absorbed Celtic's huffing and puffing before blowing their rivals' house down. (Telegraph.co.uk)
It's Smit V Strachan Mar 29, 2008
I can't see the Ibrox men losing at home and if they do it will end Gordon Strachan's terrible run against Walter Smith. Rangers have won the last three and Hill go 3-1 Strachan won't get the better of his rival this season or next, if both stay around that long. To finally notch a win against Smith's side Strachan is 2-9. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Old Firm preview Mar 28, 2008
" Since Walter Smith returned to Ibrox as the Rangers manager last year, Celtic and boss Gordon Strachan has lost all three matches against their old firm rivals. But no matter what the players and management think - this weekend s Old Firm derby between Celtic and Rangers will be pivotal in deciding the destination of the Scottish Premier league title. celebrity writers more in suite Sports categories related articles reference related blog posts latest discussions. (Suite101.com)
Do they deserve 14 seed? Mar 17, 2008
Georgia's in, but where do they stand. The entry titled "Georgia's in, but where do they stand?," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Euro: Rangers win Scotland's League Cup final Mar 17, 2008
"I thought it was an excellent final," Rangers manager Walter Smith said. "It's pretty remarkable that once Dundee United got into the lead we managed to hit back in extra time.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
* UEFA CUP: English clubs endure bad night Mar 8, 2008
"Early on Bremen had a lot of possession, but scoring just before halftime was a big factor for us and then scoring at the start of the second half put us in a great position," Rangers boss Walter Smith said. "But it was also vital we didn't concede a goal at home and that could be important in the second leg," he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Euro: Bayern ousts 1860 in Cup; Rangers wins Feb 28, 2008
"They made life very difficult for us,'' Bayern coach Ottmar Hitzfeld said. Earlier, midfielder Marcelinho scored in extra time to send Wolfsburg through to the semifinals with a 2-1 win over Hamburger SV. Bayern's top striker Luca Toni was sent off in the 84th minute with his second yellow card of the game for retaliating against Markus Thorandt, but Munich's Benjamin Schwarz was also tossed in the 111th, after giving Ribery a slight shove off the ball. Bayern dominated the game but had only... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Bayern Munich power to UEFA Cup last 16 Feb 22, 2008
Rangers boss Walter Smith praised Novo saying: "He deserved the goal for all the effort he put in. I know he was disappointed after the first leg but he showed great composure with his finish tonight.". Sporting Lisbon, Anderlecht, Getafe, Benfica, Marseille and Zenit St Petersburg, who beat Villarreal on the away goals rule, are others to have progressed. (CNN -- International)
British four into last 16 Feb 22, 2008
Rangers boss Walter Smith praised Novo. "He deserved the goal for all the effort he put in," said Smith. (iAfrica.com)
William Hill ends search for new chief Feb 22, 2008
Asked if he was the Steve McLaren option, Mr Topping said: "I think going forward I would prefer it if you compare me to a successful Scottish football manager like Walter Smith or Sir Alex Ferguson.". He will earn a similar basic salary to Mr Harding's of just over 500,000, with the potential to earn bonuses of up to 90pc of his pay. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Cheers for Toffees Feb 15, 2008
There was not such good news for former Everton manager Walter Smith, whose Scottish Premier League winners Rangers stumbled to a 0-0 home draw against Greek League leaders Panathinaikos in Glasgow and were booed off the pitch. Elsewhere French teams enjoyed mixed fortunes as 1993 European Cup winners Marseille produced a fine second-half display scoring three times to beat Spartak Moscow 3-0 while Bordeaux were beaten 2-1 away at Anderlecht. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Gers must keep clean sheet - Weir Feb 13, 2008
" The Greek side scored three times without reply when they met the Dons in Athens earlier in the tournament. "We know it's going to be a tough game and we know we have to perform on the night and over the two legs to progress," added Weir. Meanwhile, Fifa will announce on Wednesday its decision on whether Daniel Cousin's proposed 3 million move to Fulham can go ahead before the summer. Rangers and Fulham are seeking special dispensation for the transfer because Cousin has played for Lens this... (BBC Sport)
Hibernian 0 Rangers 0: Frustrated Rangers face fixture congestion Feb 4, 2008
Their manager Walter Smith wants the game to go ahead this midweek, maintaining that it is the only free slot for several weeks because of Rangers' participation in the Uefa Cup this month and a backlog of other matches. Both clubs are happy for the tie at Ibrox to be played then, after yesterday's fifth-round game ended in a goalless stalemate at Easter Road. (Independent)
Butcher agrees to help out Burley Jan 31, 2008
Burley has kept faith with the players that served his predecessors Walter Smith and Alex McLeish so well. Rangers veteran defender David Weir, 37, retains his place, as does Burnley full-back Graham Alexander and fringe players such as Dundee United captain Barry Robson and Derby pair Stephen Pearson and Gary Teale. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Burley named Scotland national-team coach Jan 25, 2008
McLeish had taken charge of Scotland only because Walter Smith stepped down midway through European Championship qualifying to manage Rangers. Burley signed a 4-year contract that takes him to the 2012 European Championship. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Gordon Smith links his fate with that of new man at helm Jan 25, 2008
Both Walter Smith and Alex McLeish, serving two years and ten months, respectively, as Scotland manager, have testified to that. So the issue remains of how long Burley might stay in the job if he is successful. (Times Online)
Scotland set to announce Southampton's George Burley as national team coach Jan 24, 2008
McLeish had only taken charge of Scotland because Walter Smith stepped down midway through qualifying to manage Rangers. Scotland missed a place at this year's European Championship after finishing behind Italy and France in its group despite twice beating the French. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
George Burley set for Scotland coach job Jan 23, 2008
"We've gone down the same route as we did with the appointments of Walter Smith and Alex McLeish. "It's been difficult from the point of view there's been little to choose between the candidates we were discussing. But we think we've got the right man. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Shearer to decide on Newcastle future after Keegan talks Jan 20, 2008
Reuters Published: January 20, 2008. Alan Shearer and Kevin Keegan will decide at the end of the week whether the former Newcastle United striker has a role to play at the club. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Sharapova and Henin set up dynamite clash Jan 20, 2008
Reuters Published: January 20, 2008. Justine Henin and Maria Sharapova set up an explosive Australian Open quarter-final with crushing wins on Sunday but David Nalbandian's title hopes fizzled out at a drizzly Melbourne Park. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Investors brace for further stock market declines Jan 20, 2008
Reuters Published: January 20, 2008. World stock markets have taken such a beating recently that many investors will head into this week asking whether they need to add worries about an equity bear market to their fears of economic recession. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Vonn easily wins downhill in Cortina Jan 20, 2008
The Associated Press Published: January 19, 2008. American Lindsey Vonn had one of the biggest victories of her career Saturday, easily winning the most prestigious downhill of the women's World Cup circuit. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
New Pacific Art League board convenes Jan 18, 2008
The board elected new chairperson Mary Ann Baker, vice chair and interim treasurer Walter Smith and secretary Donnasue Jacobi. The board agreed to launch a search for a volunteer treasurer. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Big board, staff exodus from Pacific Art League Jan 12, 2008
A main task for the new board is figuring out fundraising for such a massive project, incoming board member Walter Smith said. The non-profit owns the right to build into an alleyway behind the building, which could lead to an expansion of up to 5,000 square feet, Demos said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Rangers happy after Hutton snubs Tottenham Jan 5, 2008
But Hutton, 23, delighted boss Walter Smith by deciding to stay with the Scottish club. We received a bid from Tottenham which was reluctantly accepted, but the player himself wants to remain at Rangers, Smith said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Hutton mulls options after Spurs' bid stalls Jan 4, 2008
As a close friend of Rangers' manager Walter Smith, who was briefly Ferguson's assistant at United for three months in 2004, the United manager is well-placed at Rangers, where he once played, to make his own Hutton enquiry. Ferguson was uncharacteristically effusive in his praise of the young Scotsman after the 2-1 defeat to Italy in November. (Independent)
Celtic back on top Rangers pushed back to second place Dec 31, 2007
Rangers manager Walter Smith said: Easter Road is a difficult place to win and Hibs have already beaten us at Ibrox so we knew it would be a hard game and it s a good, hard fought victory. In the other SPL games third placed Motherwell won 5-3 at home to Dundee United, with goals from Stephen Hughes, Chris Porter, Ross McCormack and a double for David Clarkson while United s goalscorers were David Robertson and Noel Hunt, who scored a brace. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Smith the curse of seasons past Dec 31, 2007
Walter Smith has a knack of inflicting damage in Old Firm games ... At a time of year when ghost stories are very much in vogue, none is likely to spook Celtic supporters more alarmingly than the tale of their team's results against Rangers since Walter Smith returned to Ibrox. (Guardian Unlimited)
* CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Lyon win in Glasgow to reach last 16 Dec 14, 2007
"It was a disappointing night and a disappointing performance overall," said Rangers coach Walter Smith, whose side will now slip into the UEFA Cup. "I felt Lyon were wilting late in the game but we gave away a bad second goal. We'll play in the UEFA Cup but that's not a consolation at the moment. Maybe it will be in a few days' time.". (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Three cheers for Lyon Dec 14, 2007
It was a disappointing night and a disappointing performance overall, said Rangers coach Walter Smith whose side will now slip into the UEFA Cup. I felt Lyon were wilting late in the game but we gave away a bad second goal. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Roberto Carlos mobs Ugur Boral, whose two goals helped Fenerbahe into the knockout round for the first time in the club's history Dec 13, 2007
Rangers manager Walter Smith said his team failed to repeat the performance of its victory in Lyon. "It was a disappointing result and disappointing performance overall,'' Smith said. "Just as we were making a change near the end we gave away a bad second goal which really killed the game. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Soccer: Roundup: Lyon, Fenerbahce advance to second round of Champions League Dec 13, 2007
Rangers manager Walter Smith said his team failed to repeat the performance of its victory in Lyon. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune)
Rangers the favourites, says Lyon chairman Dec 12, 2007
Rangers manager Walter Smith was in the Caen stands and believed his French spying trip had been worthwhile. Lyon left out three or four players who I have no doubt will play on Wednesday, he told his clubs website. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
