LONDON — Former Rangers and Scotland defender Sandy Jardine has died at the age of 65 after losing his battle with cancer. Jardine, one of Rangers’ most decorated players, was diagnosed with liver cancer 18 months ago and the Glasgow club announced his death Thursday. Jardine, who also played for Hearts and served as joint manager of the Edinburgh outfit from 1986 to 1988, established himself as an Ibrox legend in more than 400 appearances for Rangers. He won the European Cup Winners Cup with Rangers in 1972 and also helped the team win the Scottish title three times, the Scottish Cup on five occasions and the Scottish League Cup five times. Capped 38 times by Scotland, Jardine played at the 1974 and 1978 World Cups. – AFP