Rangers manager Derek McInnes admitted full responsibility after his side's surprise exit from the Europa Conference League at the hands of Jablonec, describing the outcome as "embarrassing" and saying he was "mortified" by the performance.
Speaking after the defeat, McInnes offered no excuses and repeatedly emphasised that the responsibility for the result rested with him. He used strong language to convey his disappointment, saying he was "mortified" by the way his team performed and that he accepted "full responsibility" for the outcome.
The result means Rangers' European campaign has ended earlier than the club and its supporters would have hoped, and McInnes's comments underline the scale of his disappointment. The manager's frank assessment was delivered in the immediate aftermath of the match, reflecting the seriousness with which he treated the elimination.
Rangers now turn their attention back to domestic matters, while McInnes faces the task of addressing the issues exposed by the tie. The manager's public acceptance of responsibility sets the tone for the club as it considers how to respond and move forward following the setback in Europe.