Was going to post this.They went from going out against part timers to now being a very good Europa League team
Steven Gerrard | Rangers Manager
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He's doing very well IMHO and it's even more outstanding if you compare both Rangers and Celtic squads.
Follow the thread of the conversation and you'll see the context of why Giggs was mentioned. It wasn't a dig, it was a comparison not originally made by me.
Well - yes, it is that impressive. This is Rangers we are talking - if it was United against the same teams, then it would be as expected. But this is Rangers - not a single player would get into our squad
Said it earlier in the thread and will say it again: I think he's doing an exceptional job. The Old Firm derby on the weekend was a great example of how he's improved Gers - Celtic came all firing in the first-half and honestly should've been ahead at the break (after all, their squad and attacking options are still better IMO) but the steeliness, resilience, never-say-die attitude of Rangers under Gerrard is awesome. They're dogged and grind out results that they previously wouldn't have.
I don't care if it's a "farmers league" or not - 11 wins from 11 at Ibrox in the league, only conceding ONCE, not to mention 29pts away from home including only four conceded is a truly outstanding record at any level. Not the biggest fan of Gerrard the player or person but hard to argue he's proving to be a great coach on the evidence to date.
I don't care if it's a "farmers league" or not - 11 wins from 11 at Ibrox in the league, only conceding ONCE, not to mention 29pts away from home including only four conceded is a truly outstanding record at any level. Not the biggest fan of Gerrard the player or person but hard to argue he's proving to be a great coach on the evidence to date.
we’re all united fans right? But there is no point of not stating the obvious. He has done an excellent job at Rangers. They already seem to have won the league. Total dominance after so long and after lots of downs. He has done a fantastic job transforming the team. He’s doing great as a manager similar to what he’s done as a player.
Top coach and already one of the best English coaches imo. Hopefully when he returns to England he chooses well the club where he goes, don't know how many years he will have to wait for Klopp to leave though. And I don't think he is at that level for now.
It looks like he will finally get his hands on a league title, albeit as manager.
He's done very well up here. Taken a couple of seasons but has Rangers playing some excellent football at times, and the defensive record is tremendous (even if it is in the SPFL). Celtic have had a disaster of a season on and off the pitch but that should not distract from the job Gerrard has done.
His record in Europe is what makes it more impressive. They’ve improved massively in Europe and are probably punching above their weight
Absolutely right. Very impressive in Europe.
Camera kissing knob, hope he fails miserably when he inevitably takes the Liverpool job.
I won’t belittle the Scottish league however he has made a good start to his managerial career by moving to Scotland to learn his trade. He’s at a club where expectation is high and there is significant pressure to win every game. He’s also smartly gone about his business in Europe. Rangers fans don’t expect European success as their main priority is stopping 10 in a row, however the fact he has lost 5 games in about 45 in Europe is magnificent. He’s also managed this playing a style which suits the players.
This is where Gerrard has developed far more than Lampard. Derby didn’t have the pressure to win every game therefore Lampard wasn't under immense pressure every week. Lampard also didn’t have a style which worked for him and settled squad. Gerrard has managed this very well and it pains me to say it, but so far he’s ticking all the right boxes.
Agreed, he is doing well and has had a good start to his managerial career. If he can win the Double this year, that will help his experience no end.
I agree. There are many comparisons to Klopp’s style of football with the overlapping fullbacks and the 3 workhorse midfielders. I can see the links although he’s a while away from Liverpool yet. A Champions League adventure with Rangers and defending the title would elevate Gerrard to another level.
Across the city, nevermind Klopp, the Lurgan Flopp will be jobless in the summer and Celtic need to invest in a good manager who is a right fit for the club.
Across the city, nevermind Klopp, the Lurgan Flopp will be jobless in the summer and Celtic need to invest in a good manager who is a right fit for the club.
8 goals condeded in 29 league games is mental. They are doing good in Europe for a Scottish side also drew twice with Benfica throwing away leads in both in the last few mins.
Slippy isn’t doing too bad
Slippy isn’t doing too bad
With today's win, they have qualified for the Champions League next season.
Fingers crossed the Liverpool fans start to pressure the board into sacking Klopp and hiring Gerrard.
Could also see him at Tottenham next season tbf.
I think he will stay where he is and experience the CL first with rangers
10 points from the title now
10 points from the title now
Next Liverpool manager
I would love to see him fail badly as Dippers manager. Sack Klopp, employ Slippy, mid table and irreversible turmoil for a couple of decades
Hope so. Then maybe a few seasons in the PL at, ironically, Leicester when someone else poaches Brendan.
They are not that stupid.
7 now because Celtic lost!
He is quite similar to Klopp in that he seems to get the best out of very average players.
No offence intended, but Davis and Arfield must surely be a fair age now yet they have looked incredible in the Europa League against really good opposition. Their defence is great and their keeper has been about forever. I’d hazard a guess that he’s already been vaccinated.
Gerrard seems to be able to have that natural ability to motivate his team and it appears his tactical knowledge as a manager has developed significantly. I’m worried he will rejuvenate Liverpool when he eventually moves and due to his status at Liverpool, he will be given time to rebuild.
No offence intended, but Davis and Arfield must surely be a fair age now yet they have looked incredible in the Europa League against really good opposition. Their defence is great and their keeper has been about forever. I’d hazard a guess that he’s already been vaccinated.
Gerrard seems to be able to have that natural ability to motivate his team and it appears his tactical knowledge as a manager has developed significantly. I’m worried he will rejuvenate Liverpool when he eventually moves and due to his status at Liverpool, he will be given time to rebuild.
Slippy getting sent off around the half time mark. Classic.
I'm not having that mate, that's bang out of order.
It's our year.
Whilst it was a ludicrous decision to book Morelos for diving, what did Gerrard think would happen by approaching the referee at half time?
Rangers were denied two nailed on penalties but they got the win in the end. It’s quite funny that Gerrard is going mental though as he will have seen Celtic players, Ajeti and Taylor diving and winning penalties lately and his blood will be boiling.
Rangers were denied two nailed on penalties but they got the win in the end. It’s quite funny that Gerrard is going mental though as he will have seen Celtic players, Ajeti and Taylor diving and winning penalties lately and his blood will be boiling.
It's not a dive but he makes it look like one by the way he swan dives and falls in slow motion.
He exaggerates the fall, that and his reputation is why he doesn't get it.
Referee is wrong and he just doesn't care, easier to send Slippy off than accept he was wrong. Slippy will get a ban and the ref will be allowed to get away with being shit.
Referee is wrong and he just doesn't care, easier to send Slippy off than accept he was wrong. Slippy will get a ban and the ref will be allowed to get away with being shit.
I'm just glad I've found out that from that clip that Livingston play at the Tony Macaroni Arena. Great name. Sadly it doesn't look like Tony was one of their legends, but a restaurant chain.
Nailed on to replace Klopp when the time comes, hopefully sooner rather than later,
Tbh he's doing a great job in Scotland and Europe but the prem is a different beast, still would be interesting to see
Tbh he's doing a great job in Scotland and Europe but the prem is a different beast, still would be interesting to see
At home now in the league, he has guided Rangers to:
16 games
16 wins
47 goals
2 conceded.
Remarkable achievement.
16 games
16 wins
47 goals
2 conceded.
Remarkable achievement.