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First post. Welcome to Gersnet.

The wee man has been a breath of fresh air in recent weeks.

Reading @JohnMc’s excellent Wenger Stat topic and particularly the reference to Jimmy Gordon reminded me of what an old guy told me about what old guys told him about players. Rangers had “two Irish backs, you can’t get past” Bert Manderson and Billy McCandless. Manderson is in the HoF but McCandless is not. Manderson played 1915-1927, seven league titles. McCandless played 1920-1930, six league titles. Manderson deserves his place. McCandless should be alongside him, not just to resume a successful partnership but entirely on his own merits. His record is superior to many, specially some of the recent inductees. @compo probably watched McCandless’ last few games.

Probably injured his finger sending his instagram message

My report on today's U18 defeat to Aberdeen https://rfcyouths.wordpress.com/2023/03/10/under-18s-lose-to-aberdeen/

Raskin seems like a good egg. I hope he works out.

Roofe, certainly and I think, Helander, had injury history. Great pity because they are the best at their jobs on the books.

In away games, or games where the opposition open up, or play a high block, Sakala is the ideal player to stretch teams and offers a great outlet. Without looking at his stats, I don't think he's as potent or threatening in games where teams play low block and park the bus as he runs into traffic and down blind alleys. That might just be my perception of him though. Let's face it if he was a complete player (same goes for Kent, Alfie etc) they wouldn't be at Rangers, or wouldn't be here long. We have them as they have "flaws" and just have to hope the manager gets the best out them. He certainly isn't a player who I would jettison out the door unless someone comes in with an offer we couldn't refuse.

Agree with this, but I'm firmly in the thinking of if i dont have a car and really want a Ferrari, a Skoda will need to do for now.

Yes sir. Small ball, is quick ball. I say we beat them at their own game. Anyone know who this guy is? He looks pretty good in blue.

The back four could have been a first team back four in an injury crisis. Bit alarming.

Not sure if any of you heard the remarkable Arsene Wenger stat from the weekend. Apparently Arsenal's Saturday starting 11 was the first time since 1986 that a player who didn't feature in an Arsene Wenger managed Arsenal side didn't start. So 37 years give or take a few months. As you do I started to think of a Rangers equivalent. Best I've come up with is 59 years although I can't say a player started every match in that period. So here's my workings - Jimmy Gordon joined Rangers in 1907, played 315 times (won 10 Scotland caps) and left the club in 1920, the year Bill Struth became manager. Struth took over in May of 1920. I don't know what month Gordon left though. Fast forward to Eric Caldow. Caldow was signed by Struth in 1952 and played for Rangers until March 1966. An unbroken 59 year connection with Bill Struth (I think). Happy for someone to correct or improve this. BTW Reading about Jimmy Gordon he apparently played upfront, in midfield, in defence and in goal for the Rangers first during his career. Love that.

New to the forum, followed the podcast for a few years and thought I'd join. Sorry it took awhile! Sakala's on his way to 20 g/a in the league which is some going considering he was bombed out until Beale came in. He's clumsy and erratic game in game out but also produces moments of magic and gets the numbers which make it worthwhile keeping him. I'd actually go as far to say in terms of the player trading model and building title winning squads getting players like Sakala on a free is essential; for profit and for depth, if he can get 20 g/a a season in rotation then we're laughing. Plus I love the guys attitude and there's something endearing about a player who's that raw but contributes. Yud

Part two: Interesting the stuff about using connections in Asia to drum up investment or indeed recruitment of players...

Are you compo in disguise?

Definitely on there, I watched it yesterday lunchtime on RTV

I suppose in isolation you can look at it and think, he's a quality players and it was worth the risk that he could get fit and have a massive impact. And its a fair point. Just like many are doing with Jack after the recent performance. But when you apply that logic to half a squad its not an ideal strategy.

He's played 147 minutes over six appearances. Two goals.

I think that's a fair point, but he oddly seems to have this areal threat about him. We haven't seen much of it this season but he scored a few with his head last season. That always helps against the park the bus.

I like the cut of your jib. Good thinking!

You've got a good point. Many are too focused on height (see the reaction when Martinez signed for Man Utd). If we're talking about physical attributes, I think pace and power is more important, a la Bassey.

He's still taller than about half the Celtic starting XI.

Well, at least Ridvan and Souttar got some game time in. Today's moment of clarity. Ridvan is only about six soccer balls tall.

I might be out by one but out of 13 games since New Year I make it that Jack has started 8 games and made a further 3 appearances as sub. He was on the bench but not used in one other game and only missed a single game at Livingston. Which are hardly the stats of someone widely regarded as a cripple.

I've checked too and would say you're spot on. 30th Aug 1920, 2-1 win v bheasts. Gordon listed as no 8. No other appearance recorded that season. Well done.

Celtc FC can beat the lot. They've employed at least one convicted paedophile in every decade since the 1950s (at least).

Did he not get hookers for all the Monza players when they got promoted to Serie A ? Elevates him in my book 🤣