Rangers coach Craig McPherson will face a six-game ban after headbutting Celtic’s Fran Alonso after the conclusion of Rangers Women Vs Celtic Women on March 28.

McPherson has apologised unreservedly for his actions – he also said that he would accept any punishment that the Scottish FA see fit to impose upon him.

In McPherson’s apology statement, he said [via BBC Sport]: “I would like to offer a full and unreserved apology for my actions at the end of Monday’s Old Firm match at Broadwood.

“I know I have severely let myself, our team and the club down. I hold myself to the highest of standards and have never done anything like this before in a long coaching career, and I know I fell way short of that with my actions.

“I am also very grateful to Fran Alonso for accepting my apology in full following our lengthy conversation earlier in the week. I will also apologise to the Scottish FA at my hearing and will, of course, accept in full, whatever punishment they deem appropriate.

“I simply want to apologise today, convey my massive regret and explain how out of character this moment has been for me.”

In the game against Celtic, Rangers took the lead in the first half and looked to be good value for their lead. However, in the ninth minute of added time, Celtic’s Caitlin Hayes found a dramatic equaliser – sparking wild celebrations in the Celtic camp and unsavoury reactions from the Rangers bench.

After the final whistle was blown, McPherson aimed a headbutt at Alonso, who was shaking hands with other members of Rangers staff at the time of the incident.

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