Rangers FC media chief Jim Traynor was attacked in broad daylight.
The 66-year-old was walking in Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire on Wednesday when he claims two thugs pounced.
The PR boss also claims 'his position at Ibrox was what sparked the assault', near Stirling Road at around 3.15pm.
His condition is unknown at this stage, however police have launched a probe into the attack.
A spokeswoman for Police Scotland confirmed: "Officers in Cumbernauld received reports at 3.15pm on Wednesday of a 66-year-old man having been assaulted near Stirling Road.
"Enquiries are ongoing."
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