Rangers Football Club Mourns the Loss of Lifelong Supporter during Match against Aberdeen
Rangers Football Club has expressed its deep sadness and paid tribute to Jacqueline Malone-Wallace, a devoted fan who tragically passed away during the team’s match against Aberdeen earlier this month. Jacqueline, a season ticket holder for over 20 years, was introduced to the club by her late father, Kenny, in the 1990s. Her first visit to Ibrox was for a cup game against Dundee United, and she had a strong bond with the club ever since. Jacqueline, who was 39 years old, attended the match on January 15 but was taken to the hospital after falling ill during the game against Aberdeen. Tragically, she passed away at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The Club released a statement saying, “RANGERS Football Club were saddened to learn of the news of the passing of lifelong supporter, Jacqueline Malone-Wallace, at our fixture against Aberdeen at Ibrox earlier this month.”
Jacqueline, an Edinburgh native, had a deep-rooted love for the club, and Rangers became a significant part of her life. As a season ticket holder for over two decades, she was a familiar face at Ibrox and formed cherished memories watching her favourite players in action. Her love for Rangers was a family affair, with her late father being the one to introduce her to the club. Jacqueline was the only one among her sisters to embrace the club as a way of life. She had a decade long seat in the Copland Front before relocating to her father’s seat in the Copland Rear after his passing in 2015. Despite living in Saughton and later Dalkeith, in Edinburgh, she made the regular pilgrimage to Ibrox to support her beloved team.
Jacqueline’s admiration for players like Barry Ferguson and Ianis Hagi was evident, and she shared a special connection with her husband, David, who she met through their mutual love for Rangers. The couple tied the knot in 2018, with their wedding day being a highlight overshadowed only by the emotional evening at Ibrox during the UEFA Europa League semi-finals against RB Leipzig. Jacqueline is survived by her husband David, her mother Violet, and her sisters Julie and Jennifer. The Rangers community mourns the loss of a dedicated fan, and their thoughts are with Jacqueline’s family and friends during this difficult time.
In conclusion, the passing of Jacqueline Malone-Wallace has deeply impacted the Rangers community, highlighting the strong bonds that fans can form with their beloved clubs. Her dedication to Rangers and the memories she created at Ibrox will forever be cherished by those who knew her. The Club’s heartfelt tribute serves as a reminder of the profound impact that fans can have on a football community and the lasting legacy they leave behind.