Allan McGregor has hailed the Rangers support as "incredible" as tickets for his testimonial match at Ibrox sold out.

The Ibrox hero will bid his final farewell to Rangers fans later this month as Michael Beale's side face Premier League club Newcastle.

McGregor, 41, left Rangers at the end of the season after a second stint at the club.

The Rangers hero will be celebrated in the testimonial match - the first since one held for John Brown in 2001 - on July 18.

And he saluted supporters ahead of the match as he thanked them for their backing over the years.

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Posting on Instagram, McGregor wrote: "I’m so honoured and privileged! The @rangersfc family are incredible.

"A massive thank you to every single person who has supported me. And a massive thank you to my committee.

"And thank you @nufc for accepting the invitation.

"We are the people! See yous all on the 18th 🔴⚪️🔵"

A Rangers statement on the testimonial match read: "Rangers are today pleased to confirm ticketing details for Allan McGregor’s testimonial match on Tuesday, 18 July.

"Premier League Newcastle United will provide fantastic opposition for Gers, with McGregor the first Light Blues star since John Brown in 2001 to be honoured with a testimonial match.

"As well as marking McGregor’s incredible contribution to the club, a percentage of proceeds from the evening will also go to charities nominated by the goalkeeper."