RANGERS will face no punishment for playing the British national anthem ahead of last night's clash with Napoli.
UEFA have confirmed that no action will be taken against the Ibrox side for the decision to defy the governing body's rules on this occasion.
A rendition of God Save The King was played in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
The Champions League tie against the Serie A side marked the first match involving Rangers since the monarch's sad passing last Thursday.
A minutes' silence was impeccably observed prior to kick-off, with both sets of players wearing black armbands as a sign of respect.
The Broomloan Stand also displayed a Union Jack tifo with the Queen's silhouette at the centre point as part of the club's tribute to Her Majesty.
There had been concerns that Rangers would be fined by UEFA for playing the national anthem, with their rules clearly stating that this would not be permitted in their competitions.
However, the governing body say the incident "is not the subject of any UEFA disciplinary proceedings."
Gers hero Ally McCoist insists it would have been "embarrassing" had UEFA opted to dish out a fine for the song.
He told talkSPORT this morning: "If that's breaking the rules, I would actively encourage it. It was fantastic.
"It wasn't even good, it wasn't even brilliant, what a show of unity for the country - it was amazing. The Rangers supporters, a group of lads called the Union Bears, put on a Union Jack, honestly...
"I've got to say, the Napoli players were fantastic round the centre circle and the national anthem was sung by everybody in the stadium. It was actually heartwarming, honestly, to see all the unity from supporters and players alike.
"I don't know if there's going to be any action taken. How would I find it? I would find it a little bit embarrassing if UEFA punished a team for singing their national anthem.
"You'd have to say, as well, if that's not special circumstances, I don't know what is. Maybe UEFA have misread the audience to a certain degree.
"On an occasion like that, you're maybe better saying 'of course' and, to a certain degree, let the club do what they want to do. I mean, they've sang the national anthem four or five days after the loss of the monarch who reigned for 70 years.
"I certainly don't have a problem with it. It was a privilege to be there, honestly. It was fantastic. It was a great show of unity for people who wanted to pay their respects to the Queen and those who wanted to show support to the new King."
