Rohl addressed journalists for around half an hour during his first media appearance
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Exactly 135 days after the previous coach's initial media briefing as Rangers head coach, his replacement Danny Rohl met with reporters at Rangers' stadium for the initial occasion.
The magnitude of the task ahead of him is well known, given his predecessor's chaotic and disappointing four-month spell.
The ex- Sheffield Wednesday boss was accompanied by club chairman Andrew Cavenagh, along with the frequently questioned pair of football director Thelwell and chief executive Stewart.
However, what exactly did we learn from the 36-year-old coach's first public appearance as the club's manager?
The Manager's Primary Focus - Winning Comes First
A single message came through loud and clear from the new coach's first appearance in front of the Scottish media - he recognizes the necessity to win matches, and do so rapidly.
The previous manager Martin lasted only 17 games and four months as manager, so the inquiry emerged about what timeframe the new man believes is realistic to transform the underperforming squad.
While skillfully avoiding a direct answer that might create future pressure, Rohl's message was quite clear.
"Hopefully very quickly," he stated. "This is crucial.
"In this business you have limited opportunity. You can discuss long-term vision but it's understood it's about immediate results and the short-term involves securing victories. This is my requirement.
"One thing remains obvious - I need every squad member to understand how we want to play. I come back to my primary message: victory comes first, entertaining football and it's together. By following this order, I believe that I will remain very long at the club."
Expectations are Normal
The previous manager needed a police escort to exit the stadium after his last game in charge.
We've witnessed how hostile environments can become at football clubs when results are poor. Demonstrations have nearly become a regular part of game day atmosphere on each part of the city these days.
As the club's most youthful ever head coach, the question asked about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would allow him to cope, let alone thrive, in among the highest-pressure positions in British football?
"In my opinion pressure in football are standard," he stated. "One needs to understand that very quickly.
"I believe certain individuals could reference my youth but I have been a decade and a half on this path. I experienced an excellent chance to work with the German club and serve as only an assistant manager, but I experienced what it means to manage a team and the pressure you face.
"When you start winning games and then certain people claim you must play attractive football. That's the next phase but precisely my intention. I relish those expectations and I look forward about what's ahead."
The Sporting Director Defends Chermiti Signing & Appointing His Son
There were plenty of questions from the media directed at Thelwell.
Significant attention has concerned the appointment of Robbie Thelwell as head of recruitment, with supporters skeptical about his credentials for the role.
However, he justified and explained the choice to recruit his son to Ibrox.
"It remains awkward to hear and optically I believe everyone understood when we made this step to appoint Robbie that he would be seen in a particular way," Thelwell said.
"The truth of circumstances is that we want to attract the very best players here.
"My view on Robbie's career and background is he required no family help in football.
"He's worked at Aston Villa as head scout, he then joined Norwich City as head of scouting and then got promoted to development role.
"Before we recruited him, two Premier League clubs wanted to sign him. Our approach right at the beginning of the process was consult with Patrick, Andrew and deputy chairman Paraag Marathe about this situation.
"I was highly open and I think Robbie probably underwent a more rigorous process than anybody else who's employed by this football club.
"What I do know is that he will work 25/8 to be successful for this football club and I'm looking forward seeing him proving that he'll become a valuable employee for Rangers."
Additionally, Thelwell supported the signing of striker Youssef Chermiti, who joined Rangers for a reported first payment of £8m, having failed to score in 24 appearances for his previous club.
It was Thelwell who brought the Portugal youth international to Liverpool from Sporting Lisbon - again for significant money in a fifteen million pound transfer.
The question came if he stands by his multi-million pound signing, who is yet to score in seven matches for Rangers.
"Absolutely, completely," Thelwell answered. "I think the striker represents who's possesses great ability.
"I haven't doubted him in any way. Similarly, I think Danny will assist in maximize the potential out of the player.
"These are early days for the young player, he remains promising prospect and of course with inexperienced players they occasionally require patience.
"But I'm certain throughout of his career here he'll demonstrate that he's a highly capable footballer."
The CEO Understands Fan Disappointment and Hurt
The chief executive was in the media firing line, considering the vitriol that has been directed his way by certain club own supporters.
Additionally, there was a banner in the Sandy Jardine stand during the recent draw with Dundee United suggesting Stewart - and the sporting director - to depart before they were packed for them.
Similar to the football director, the CEO did not avoid the issue.
"I totally appreciate the disappointment and anger that the supporters are feeling because performances this season haven't met expectations and nobody's happy with them," he stated.
"The hurt and disappointment they feel is matched inside the leadership.
"Also understand that there has to be an outlet for those frustrations and as chief executive, I'm responsible.
"I serve as lightning rod for such issues and my role as a
