Danny Rohl's defiant message to the Rangers fans as he reveals the harsh truth about their title chase
The Gers' recent draw left them five points adrift of the league leaders and one point ahead of their rivals, Celtic, who have a game in hand. This result, coupled with a late equaliser from Celtic's Stephen Welsh, has left Rohl's side in a challenging position.
Despite the setback, Rohl remains steadfast in his belief that the title race is far from over. He emphasizes that the team must focus on their upcoming match against Hearts at Ibrox, a crucial game that could make or break their title bid.
When asked about the pressure of the situation, Rohl stated, 'Every game has been a must-win for us since I arrived. There hasn't been a single game where I could say, 'This one isn't crucial.' It's a constant demand for victory.'
The German manager acknowledges the difficulty of mounting a comeback from behind, but he remains optimistic. He believes that the team's performance has been solid so far, and they have the opportunity to turn things around on Sunday.
'We've dropped two points, but we have another chance on Sunday,' Rohl said. 'We need to be proactive and win games. This result doesn't mean the title race is over. We'll see how we react and what happens on Sunday.'
Rohl's team selection at Fir Park raised some eyebrows, as he chose to leave January signings Tuur Rommens, Andreas Skov Olsen, and Ryan Naderi on the bench, with in-form centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez also starting as a substitute. Despite the criticism, Rohl defended his decision, explaining that it was based on strategic considerations for both the upcoming match and the overall season.
'In football, you plan your team before the game, not after,' he said. 'Ryan had issues after training on Tuesday, so starting him wasn't an option. With Tuur and Skov, we need to integrate them into the game's rhythm. I had to consider both games, tonight and Sunday, and make a decision based on that.'
Despite the Gers' struggles, Rohl remains confident in his team's ability to turn the situation around. He encourages the fans to maintain their high expectations and demands, emphasizing that the team will give it their all to achieve their goals.
