McInnes set for Rangers debut despite ongoing SFA ban

Derek McInnes is expected to take charge of his first competitive game as Rangers manager on Friday night against Dundee United. This comes despite a four-match ban imposed on him following comments made while he was Hearts boss, where he criticized a late penalty awarded to Celtic. Rangers plan to appeal the ban, which will allow McInnes to coach while awaiting a hearing. His suspension stems from breaching a disciplinary rule prohibiting public criticism of match officials. McInnes expressed disappointment over the ruling, asserting that his comments did not imply bias or incompetence among officials.