Important Lessons from Danny Rohl's Rangers Press Conference

Nearly four and a half months after the previous coach's first press conference as Rangers head coach, successor Danny Rohl met with the media at Rangers' stadium for the first time.

The scale of the task ahead of him is well known, considering his predecessor's chaotic and disappointing 123-day spell.

The former Wednesday manager was accompanied by club chairman the chairman, along with the much-criticized duo of sporting director Kevin Thelwell and chief executive Stewart.

But what exactly was revealed from the young coach's first public appearance as Rangers boss?

The Manager's Main Priority - Winning Comes First

One thing emerged clearly from the new coach's first appearance in front of the local press - he understands the need to secure victories, and achieve this rapidly.

His predecessor Martin lasted only 17 matches and four months as manager, so the question arose about what timeframe the new man thinks is reasonable to transform the struggling team.

While skillfully avoiding a specific response that could bring later expectations, Rohl's communication was very evident.

"With hope as soon as possible," he stated. "This is crucial.

"In this business you have not much time. One can talk about future plans but it's understood it concerns immediate results and the short-term involves winning games. That is my requirement.

"Another aspect remains obvious - I need every squad member to understand our intended to play. I come back to my primary message: victory comes first, entertaining football and unity. If you follow this sequence, I'm convinced that I will remain very long here."

Pressure is Standard

The previous manager needed security protection to leave the Falkirk Stadium after his final game in charge.

We've witnessed how hostile situations can turn at football clubs when performances are poor. Protests have almost become a regular aspect of game day experience on both sides of the city currently.

As Rangers' youngest ever head coach, the question asked about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would enable him to handle, let alone excel, in among the most pressurized roles in UK soccer?

"In my opinion expectations in football are standard," he stated. "One needs to understand that very quickly.

"I think certain individuals might mention my youth but I have been a decade and a half on this path. I had a great opportunity to be at the German club and be just the assistant coach, but I experienced what it means to manage a team and the demands you face.

"When you start getting results and then certain people will say you must produce entertaining football. That's the next stage but precisely what I want. I enjoy those expectations and I look forward about what's ahead."

The Sporting Director Explains Striker Acquisition & Hiring His Son

There were numerous questions from the media directed at Thelwell.

Much discussion has concerned the hiring of Robbie Thelwell as recruitment chief, with fans unconvinced about his qualifications for the role.

However, he justified and explained the choice to recruit Thelwell Jnr to Ibrox.

"It remains awkward to hear and optically I believe we all agreed when we made this decision to appoint him that he would be viewed negatively," Thelwell said.

"The truth of the situation is that we aim to bring the very best players here.

"My perspective on his professional path and background is he didn't need my assistance in football.

"He's worked at Aston Villa as a senior scout, after which he joined Norwich City as scouting chief and then was elevated to development role.

"Prior to our hiring him, multiple Premier League teams wanted to sign him. Our approach from the beginning of proceedings was discuss with Patrick, the chairman and deputy chairman Marathe about this situation.

"I was extremely transparent and I believe Robbie probably experienced a stricter procedure than any other who's employed by this football club.

"I'm certain is that he will work 25/8 to achieve success for Rangers and I anticipate seeing him proving that he's going to be a valuable staff member for Rangers."

Thelwell also defended the signing of forward Youssef Chermiti, who arrived at Rangers for a reported first payment of eight million pounds, having failed to find the net in 24 games for his previous club.

It was Thelwell who transferred the Portuguese youth international to Merseyside from Sporting - once more for large funds in a fifteen million pound transfer.

The question came if he stands by his expensive signing, who hasn't yet score in seven matches for the club.

"Yes, completely," Thelwell answered. "I think Youssef Chermiti is a player who's possesses great ability.

"I've never questioned him whatsoever. Again, I believe the manager will assist in get the best out of Youssef.

"These are early days for the young player, he remains young talent and of course with young talents they occasionally require patience.

"However, I'm convinced over the course of his career at the club he's going to prove that he's a highly capable footballer."

Stewart Understands Supporters' Frustration and Hurt

The chief executive was in the media firing line, given the vitriol that has been directed at him by some club own supporters.

Additionally, there was a banner in the Sandy Jardine stand during the recent draw with Dundee United inviting Stewart - and Thelwell - to depart before they were packed for them.

Similar to the football director, Stewart didn't avoid the issue.

"I completely understand the disappointment and hurt that fans are feeling because performances recently haven't been good enough and nobody's satisfied with those," he said.

"The hurt and disappointment they feel is mirrored inside the boardroom.

"Also understand that there must exist an outlet for that dissatisfaction and as chief executive, that's me.

"I serve as focal point for such issues and my responsibility as a