Rangers have been charged by UEFA after fans displayed what the governing body described as a "racist and/or discriminatory banner" during their Europa League last-16 victory over Fenerbahce at Ibrox.
The Scottish club confirmed on Wednesday they could face significant sanctions following the incident.
Rangers have condemned the behaviour of a minority of their supporters as "embarrassing" and "shameful".
The banner in question read "Keep woke foreign ideologies out. Defend Europe."
Rangers have been charged by UEFA after fans displayed what the governing body described as a "racist and/or discriminatory banner" during their Europa League last-16 victory over Fenerbahce at Ibrox
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Rangers praised the passion of their fans but expressed deep disappointment at the actions of "a very small minority".
"It is, however, deeply saddening and frankly embarrassing that the club is now set to face significant sanctions for the actions of a very small minority," the club said in their statement.
"Rangers is a modern, progressive football club, and we are fiercely proud of our diverse playing squads, workforce and support," they added.
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"For the club to be charged with such a matter in 2025 is shameful, and the disdain for those responsible will be shared by the overwhelming majority of our supporters."
The club confirmed they are actively working to identify those responsible for displaying the banner.
Rangers have pledged to ensure those individuals face consequences for their actions.
"For the avoidance of doubt, if you do not believe in 2025 that absolutely everyone is welcome to follow Rangers whether at Ibrox or away, then Rangers is not the club for you, and you should disassociate yourself with the club immediately," the statement continued.
The club has also been charged over fans throwing objects and blocking passageways during the Fenerbahce match.
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"This senseless and criminal behaviour has no place in sport, nor in society," the club stated.
Rangers won the tie against Fenerbahce on penalties, advancing to the quarter-finals of the Europa League.
The Glasgow side will now face Athletic Bilbao in the next round of the competition.
The home leg of the quarter-final is scheduled for April 10 at Ibrox.
