Motherwell announce ban for fan who threw missile at Rangers star James Tavernier

Items including a cigarette lighter, pie and coin narrowly missed the right-back during the 3-0 Rangers victory at Fir Park

James Tavernier was targeted by Motherwell fans (PA)

Motherwell have announced a fan who threw an object at Rangers right-back James Tavernier has been banned "indefinitely."

Items including a cigarette lighter, a pie and a coin narrowly missed the right-back during the Scottish Premiership match at Fir Park on Sunday.

After studying CCTV footage and still photographs, one fan was identified and has been banned "indefinitely," while a second is under investigation.

Chairman Jim McMahon condemned the actions and called on fans to take responsibility.

“We condemn the irresponsible actions of two of our fans, whose moment of recklessness has cast an unfortunate shadow over our whole support," said McMahon.

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard celebrates with James Tavernier (Getty)

“It gives us absolutely no pleasure or satisfaction to ban anyone from Fir Park.

“As a fan-owned and fan-run club, we have tried to campaign for the rights of supporters. We have been vocal in our opposition to any suggestion or notion of strict liability.

“However, with that comes a responsibility to act if any of our own step out of line, particularly if we have such clear and obvious evidence.

“I am sure our supporters understand that we are left with no other option but to take a hard line approach with not only these two individuals, but anyone else who steps out of line.”