Ted McMinnime

Annan Ath. 0 Rangers 4 FGS: Diallo

Rangers 2 Hibernian 0 FGS: Morelos

Rangers 1 Hearts 0 FGS: Morelos

I come to this thread nearly a full 24 hours after last night's debacle. I was hurting so bad from what I witnessed last night I just couldn't face it. Nearly a day later I don't feel much better but I have now read through the now 39 page long match thread and now this Winners or Losers thread. A wide mix of opinions as you would expect. Bill's post above probably some up best my own POV . I am 100% in agreement. A few of my own thoughts in support. The Gerrard v GVB debate. The former left us before a major cup final taking the whole backroom along. The latter parachuted in by DoF very quickly. A new and better launchpad? Well, window is closed, squad is "as good as it gets" and it must be time to start making tactical and player adjustments. The Weird Celtic manager? The turnaround is astounding. He has single handedly (with 2 Lennon buffoon coaches still there) identified replacements and a new team ethic that is fast gaining momentum. The game itself? Completely blew us away. As most would agree it could have been a 7 - 1 from the 1950's. We did not "win" the 2nd half. Unlike Walker baying for 4 or 5, this weird Aussie quickly realised game won, drop the tempo, concede possession and see game out. He even had the audacity to bring some pimply kid on for experience. Looked more focused on the next game than rubbing our noses in it. Even post match, there was celebration with fans but no excessive "over reaction" like the old Broonie / Griffiths days. Their captain very measured and grounded on the games ahead. A steely determination. It really is over to us now to respond. Leaders need to be found and step up quickly. The next 2 games are now crucial. 6 points from 6 a necessity. We can't rely on them having no resolve and crumbling. I see no sign of it. We must match their results "toe to toe" at least until OF game.

Celtic 2 Rangers 3 FGS: Roofe

What? That can't be right! There's people on here reckon the DoF 's not cutting it.

Never. Probably his fault for sending them out decked in lilac!😛

Wow! I'd be a bit worried about that medical. With his track record he'll probably fail it!🥴

Well for a start, you cannot lay the fault of all the 10 you name at Wilson's door. Many were signed by Allan. Goldson & Kamara punted? Goldson?. Well worth the fee imo, and if he goes at season's end so be it. Kamara ? cost 50k. We will most probably cash in at season's end. Barasic also a good value signing imo. Squads will always be made up of lightweights when there is tight budgets involved. It's a risk business you win some, you lose some. We sold Pattison for a good fee, if we sell Lowry for the same so be it. Sands has played 3 games, far too early to make judgement. And so to McGregor (and Davis as well). Both of those guys have been absolute stalwarts for this club. I can understand the feeling of disappointment after today but do us a favour? I would play him Wednesday (and Davis if he was fit) these are big time players who thrive on big occasions. Their careers are coming to an end, but I for one won't hang them out to dry like many on here. I don't worship him but contrary to your opinion I think Wilson is doing a reasonably good job. I noticed a few negatives around bringing Dallio on board as well. I saw enough in 60mins to believe he is well worth the loan punt. As mentioned above, let's not go overboard, we did play reasonably well today and there is still plenty to be positive about for the next challenge!

Ross County 1 Rangers 2 FGS: Kent

Rangers 1 Livingston 0 FGS: Fashion Jr

Rangers 2 Stirling Albion 0 FGS: Bacuna

It may be a night for by passing the midfield to a certain extent like we did against Hearts. Says to me that Lundstram not fancied by new regime, if he is prepared to play Sands. I actually think the return of Itten is a boost as I still think he has a part to play. Part of me likes the fact that 2 of our most promising academy prospects are on the bench. It will be a stiff test however!

Aberdeen 1 Rangers 2 FGS: Morelos

I hope you are correct, but quite a few others reporting he has chosen Jupiler Pro over the SPL!

Yes. Quite a few reporting the same. Ibroxnews.com stating advanced talks with Club Brugge underway. One reason may be they are CL regulars, but they are currently 2nd behind surprise leaders Royale Union Saint -Gilloise? Who I've never heard of! Perhaps our resident Euro expert, Berliner, many know more?

Surely the first thing will be a new Irish Jig? The current one is clearly unravelling!

Leigh will need a ghost writer as he can't string more than 3 words together. Should be no shortage of offers though. Graham Spiers with a Forward from John Hartson ?

Apparently, Michael Stewart was quoted on PQ radio today - "I'd be very surprised if this deal gets done in January" . As we all know the Opinionated One is rarely wrong!

Going by the transcript of the interview on PQ website yesterday "Ange not seeking further January additions" .The sub text I find interesting. He acknowledged they approached McGree but admits "after initial discussions McCree decided to look elsewhere. 2 days ago it seemed a done deal? In December, it was also a given that Jota was being signed for £7.5m during this window. Now the sands have shifted slightly, Ange now states " .... with these things they will rumble on in the background. Nothing significant has happened." Really? Seems to me the biscuit tin may be a bit sparse of funds now they have splurged their kitty on the Japanese market. The article ended on a very sad note. It appears nobody loves Leigh anymore. Dundee no longer want him on loan, Sellick don't want him back! What a sad end for the little man who's been "Turning Japanese" for most of his career. Enough to give one The Vapors.

I'm hoping that Roy Makaay might have a big part to play in developing Itten into a real penalty box striker. He may not have scored a bag full (do to limited opportunity) but I seem to remember a few great finishes from the big man.

Totally agree. The only downside was that there wasn't 50,000 fans at Ibrox to witness and pay homage to it. His 300th as well!

That just brightened up my day. Never laughed so much! Thank you 26th!😅🤣😂

That's it in a nutshell. It's a good fee for young player who finds it hard to get regular game time here. I think the fact that Tav's in with the bricks makes it more difficult for him. Tbh I can't get too worked up about where he goes and what state Everton are in etc. etc. I'm more interested in getting a fair price and EPL clubs are awash with SKY money. I'm happy if we get most of that fee up front and can reinvest at least some of it to strengthen our position during this window. Hopefully, no kamikaze signings though!🙄

Celtic coming back from Dubai! (Lenny in denial, Lawwell's media apology and Andy (Brutus) Walker turning on his team live on Sky and getting banned from the Scumhut in the process!🤣