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Pedro Caixhina was unveiled us our new manager and spent his first few hours taking in the match and performance at the piggery. Hardly the glittering welcome we would have liked but then again he does have much history and experience dealing with and slaying Beasts! He would however witness a side who looked hungry and intent on showing their desire to impress the new manager. A desire that has been sadly lacking for much of the season. After Graeme Murty’s first two games in charge I’m sure I was not the only one who feared the worst. Results had not gone our way and we had lost two games in succession versus Dundee and Inverness. However after spirited victories against St Johnstone and Hamilton we went into last Sundays away match at the Cesspit hoping Murty had steadied the ship. Very few of us would have predicted the fantastic performance and subsequent draw that we produced. It was fantastic to watch the side stand up to being bullied and play with a sense of urgency. I have to say the biggest difference that was noticeable to me was that the side were playing for themselves, the manager and the support. The last visit to the cesspit they looked as if they would rather be anywhere but there. In more recent outings we have fared better however mentally and physically we were not up to the challenge. Last Saturday was different and what a joy to finally see that most of the team had decided to stand and fight for the jersey. When big Clint came charging out of nowhere to propel himself and make contact to launch the ball over the line, it typified the attitude the team produced last week. We can only hope that we can produce similar performances all over the park when we meet again in the cup semi-final. It was fitting that in Graeme Murty’s last game in charge we produced arguably the best performance of the season. I’m sure all of us wish Murty well and hope that he can continue with us in some capacity. He hands over to Pedro and there is much talk of a local assistant to be recruited to work alongside the manager and his backroom team during their settling in period. Neil McCann would be a great addition although there are other possibilities such as John Brown and Alex Rae. Kenny Miller is also there and could be used to assist should the manager require it. Those are just a few names, there are many more who could be considered. We entertain Hamilton again this Saturday who I have no doubt will be looking to put up a sterling performance after their 6-0 defeat two weeks ago. It will of course be Pedro’s first match in charge with a full house and only a few single seats remaining to welcome the new manager. Kiernan will still be suspended and you would have to suggest the manager would start with the same line up as last Saturday. Wilson and Hill looked comfortable together and Hill was immense throughout last week’s match. I may be tempted to start with Windass who looked bright when he came off the bench last week however it’s difficult to predict with a new manager. The system and formation will be what we all initially look for. Pedro reportedly likes to play attacking football however Unlike MW he will change and adapt his teams and formation to suit certain games and situations. Joe Garner may be back for this match which would be interesting considering his escape from a red card in the last match. Again I am going to be controversial and say I still don’t believe it was red. It was indeed “reckless” as he went to balloon the ball into the stand. He missed it and his thigh made contact with Imrie’s thigh/arse! If we look at the rules “reckless” is indeed a yellow. It’s all interpretation and on another day it would have been red. That’s football and not as those from the dark side insinuate, a masonic conspiracy. I Imagine Imrie is still complaining as according to his interview on national radio, it was all the referee’s fault that his side lost 6-0? On further inspection over the last two weeks we have seen two different referees be verbally attacked and have their integrity challenged by those from the east. John Beaton and Bobby Madden have been charged by the Rangers haters. Their crime was to not cower to the bullying and intimidation of those who have their own agenda. They did not follow the script and according to those who worship the moon in the dark hours, must be involved in a worldwide conspiracy? It will be the new manager’s first game in charge therefore for me he has a blank canvas. I’m sure with a full house and a packed Ibrox the atmosphere will be second to none as always. I’m sure everyone in attendance will want to make sure the new manager is afforded a welcome from the supporters the likes of which he has never had before. This is match one and we see what vision Pedro has for the team and supporters. I feel going into too much detail over the team and performances or what could or may happen is speculation until we see what he has in mind. My score prediction will be 3-1 and Waggy first goal scorer. Apart from that I’m happy to see what happens? If nothing else this is going to be one heck of a ride. Can anyone honestly say that in their lifetime they expected to see a “Bullfighter” as manager of Rangers? That’s just brilliant. Not just any old bullfighter, a decorated one! “Defeat is the same as death” and “I’m not fighting the bull, the bull is fighting me” are great lines from Pedro. I suspect he could be one heck of a character. I wonder what the “auld yins” that I first went to the football with would make of it all? The younger generation perhaps don’t recognise the significance? On that note another celebration next week is my nieces Birthday, she will be nine years old. So Happy Birthday Kayla let’s hope Pedro and the players put on a show worthy of a Birthday celebration for everyone! C’mon eh Bears!

I will have preview up by this evening lads. Got a few things on today but will post it later.

It's only the beginning of proceedings. We were advised how well things were looking before and lost.

More rewriting of history from this republican leaning rag! It seems the narritive suggests "thousands of Rangers" fans. On further inspection we realise it's slightly ambiguous. However written in such a way as to potentially insinuate thousands of Rangers fans. Horrible little rag.

That was my thought compo. Do we think the Evening Times narrative would have been similar if it were the other way around? No chance!

Oh the Irony!!

Good riddance from me. They dumped all over us at the end after working their ticket. It's NF that will need the luck with that shower of bandits!

Scot squad will give it the usual "nothing to see here". They are genuinely a absolute disgrace. If the guy was wearing green and white, different story!.

Did anyone read anything into Tav throwing his shirt into crowd yesterday? Come and take Keirnan too ffs!

Pretty sure he is Darthter.

I would hope he keeps things more or less as they are till the end of season. I would like to see us play a similar shape to yesterday at Dolly and Mhanks at home for example(semi too). Slightly more open in other games. It would make sense to say to the players they are all on trial till the EoS. I think I mentioned before that we really need someone who knows the club on his staff. That's still the case. Alex Rae would be a good shout for me.

Not a problem for me BH. I attended a bullfight many years ago, just outside Palma in Mallorca. I also have frequently watched and enjoyed the Festival of San Fermin. Its part of another country's culture and having spent much time there I quite enjoy it. No its not perfect, who is? Anyone who fancies being chased by a bunch of wild animals can either go to Pamplona or hurl abuse at the "Bingo Mafia" on a Sunday night:laugh2: https://www.pamplonaman.com/

That was priceless mate! Ha ha!

It's his clipping on another professional that's spoken to him "in confidence" that's riled me mate!! It's just how that conduct themselves. They are disgraceful and their disrespect is breathtaking at times!

He is broadcasting it all over radio now! What a pr1ck!!! Lowlife scumbag Brenda bastard!

As a professional mate, you don't expect something you say "in confidence" to an opposing manager to the end up on live TV. I can't stand that in anyone and it's a trait you find often with the scumbags!

Brenda being interviewed after game "when Clint hill tells me he got away with it"! What a poisonous two faced reptile bastard he is!!! I hope big Clint grabs him for "another word" in the tunne!!

Totally agree with this. Would not have been surprised if he had stayed on till end of season. Great job!

Yeeeeeeeeesssssssss!!!!

Ffs! Holt was daydreaming on 18 yard line and Wes was his usual slow getting down self!! Poor goal to lose.

Neil Mcann on SS1 "WE need him to be successful" Tanner "Scottish football you mean"? Go on Neil!!!

Great post and a very pragmatic perspective Rousseau! There is a lot of hysteria, much of it being fertilised by the media. When we look at the facts and positives, the guy should be given some time. The same as any new Rangers manager.

Alan Pardew at game today? DoF perhaps??

We need someone in beside him who is Scottish and knows the club. On the coaching staff we need someone like "jig" or "Alex Rae" for example.

I'm with you on this dB! Let's give the guy a chance. Nobody knows anything about him, that's not such a bad thing. The Mexican league is a better standard than ours(the Maltese league is too ffs!) and his track record is not "abysmal" either. If things don't work out, we can be reassessing in June, let's wait and see for me!