RANGERS have paid a touching tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after the news of her passing.

The sad news of The Queen's death was confirmed by The Royal Family this evening.

A short statement confirmed Elizabeth II had died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.

The statement read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.

"The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."

And Rangers released a statement in tribute to the longest reigning monarch who served with "incredible devotion and dignity".

A statement on the club website read: "THE Directors, management, players and staff of Rangers Football Club are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.

"Her Majesty served the people of Great Britain and the Commonwealth for over 70 years with incredible devotion and dignity. She will be gravely missed by not just our nation, but nations across the world.

"It is with great pride that her portrait has hung in our home dressing room at Ibrox Stadium as a mark of the club’s appreciation for her phenomenal service.

"The thoughts of everyone at Rangers Football Club are today with the Royal Family and all those mourning the loss of Her Majesty at this exceptionally difficult time."