Stevie G going full Walter Smith

[Skyy Bluenose]

The 3 celebrations were all fantastic. Hagi's first, a cool calm response, because we still had work to do.
Aribo's, jumping into the arms of his coaches, since we'd made it back.
Hagi's 2nd, full Walter Smith when Bo Anderson scored, down the touchline along the Enclosure. Absolutely brilliant celebration.

 

[alloabear]

The 3 celebrations were all fantastic. Hagi's first, a cool calm response, because we still had work to do.
Aribo's, jumping into the arms of his coaches, since we'd made it back.
Hagi's 2nd, full Walter Smith when Bo Anderson scored, down the touchline along the Enclosure. Absolutely brilliant celebration.

going by his press conference after the game, it looked to be a wee dig back at the fans behind him to be fair

 

[HenningBerg]

going by his press conference after the game, it looked to be a wee dig back at the fans behind him to be fair

Im surprised more hasn’t been made of what he said .

He slams the fans behind the dugout and said “ maybe they left at 2 nil because of the weather , or the drive home , I don’t know , but we heard them “ .

 

[cooprfc]

Anybody having a go at Gerrard in a European game should just be chucked out.

It's the most fearless we've ever been in Europe and the results are incredible FFS.

 

[WW55 on the PRW]

Got to say it,

fuckin love Stevie G!!

 

[Mark Walters]

going by his press conference after the game, it looked to be a wee dig back at the fans behind him to be fair

Justified too, the criticism he's received is disgusting, a sizeable chunk of the support forget how far Gerrard has improved us in the space of 18 months. From a bush in Luxembourg to a credible chance of reaching the last 16 of a European competition. Yes the past few weeks have been gut wrenching but we've had imbeciles comparing him to Warburton ffs. No wonder he's taking pot shots back at them.

 

[Modfella]

He is correct about the negativity, it helps no one and there was a number around me that left when 2nd went in.

 

[Jorg]

Im surprised more hasn’t been made of what he said

from the fans who left?

 

[Prestwick_ Bear]

Loved seeing that on the highlights, what a night. Still hoarse, left all my voice at Ibrox last night.

 

[Mbt79]

He's not taking pot shots back. He doesnt read follow follow I'm guessing. It's understandable that some are pissed off with 2020, they are entitled to their opinions and to miss the best part of the game if they want because they are adults.

 

[Rangersnumberfour]

Im surprised more hasn’t been made of what he said .

He slams the fans behind the dugout and said “ maybe they left at 2 nil because of the weather , or the drive home , I don’t know , but we heard them “ .

Did he say that?

 

[TynesideTrueBlue]

Why doesn’t the fans get behind the team and Manager ffs no matter what and let’s support them the job SG has done in a short space of time is remarkable.

 

[jackstar]

Have to say European football seems to bring out the best in us because there's no 10 behind the ball and more willing to make game of it rather than the drudgery that is Scttish football. As results show it suits our style.

 

[ewansurf]

He's 100% committed to us.

 

[JOHNNY BRAVO]

The 3 celebrations were all fantastic. Hagi's first, a cool calm response, because we still had work to do.
Aribo's, jumping into the arms of his coaches, since we'd made it back.
Hagi's 2nd, full Walter Smith when Bo Anderson scored, down the touchline along the Enclosure. Absolutely brilliant celebration.

just had a flashback to that fvckin brilliant
thanks

 

[HenningBerg]

Did he say that?

Yes it’s on the post match interview on rtv in front of the press .

He’s asked about the crowd and he said it can be magnificent however he then goes onto say we heard the moans behind the dugouts , we saw them leave at 2/0 , was it too cold or the traffic etc . He doesn’t miss !

Dont get me wrong he’s clever with it in terms of it’s always sandwiched in with a bit of praise , but clearly he feels we have a fair proportion of moany bastards who don’t back the team when the going gets tough - he keeps on mentioning it .

 

[Erik Bo Selecta Anderson]

just had a flashback to that fvckin brilliant
thanks

Just watching the highlights of that now. What a difference it is hearing Martin Tyler and Andy Gray on commentary

 

[Coop]

Im surprised more hasn’t been made of what he said .

He slams the fans behind the dugout and said “ maybe they left at 2 nil because of the weather , or the drive home , I don’t know , but we heard them “ .

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

 

[Bar72loyal]

Hopefully we can take get a decent result on Sunday and get back to business.

 

[Timardim]

Im surprised more hasn’t been made of what he said .

He slams the fans behind the dugout and said “ maybe they left at 2 nil because of the weather , or the drive home , I don’t know , but we heard them “ .

I think our manager knows he has the backing of 99% of us , the ones that don't soon will....

 

[The simshill one]

Im surprised more hasn’t been made of what he said .

He slams the fans behind the dugout and said “ maybe they left at 2 nil because of the weather , or the drive home , I don’t know , but we heard them “ .

Was interesting hearing him talking about Joe Aribo and asking for patience and for the fans to stay with the lad.

 

[sammysun]

I don't remember the last time I left a game at Ibrox, I just don't see the point, you wont go to the movies, and leave before the end or would you?

 

[T WATP]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

Pretty shite for the ones around them who have to listen to their crap

 

[HenningBerg]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

Not really he was asked a leading question “ how good is Ibrox on a night like this and the fans are like an extra man “ so he gave an honest answer as usual , he said yes it can be magnificent BUT he also makes sure he doesn’t sugar coat it too much . At 2/0 they must have been getting some abuse from behind the dugout for him to specifically mention it .

 

[Roosevelt]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

He's perfectly entitled, I think. It's a very mild response to what was probably not constructive or polite criticism.

It honestly amazes me when fans hurl incredible amounts of abuse at the players and staff and clutch their handbags when the players even raise a finger to their lips.

 

[bluetonic]

He's not taking pot shots back. He doesnt read follow follow I'm guessing. It's understandable that some are pissed off with 2020, they are entitled to their opinions and to miss the best part of the game if they want because they are adults.

Correct I bet he never received any criticism when playing for Liverpool in Istanbul in 2005 CL final when he was walking off at half time

 

[Rangersnumberfour]

Yes it’s on the post match interview on rtv in front of the press .

He’s asked about the crowd and he said it can be magnificent however he then goes onto say we heard the moans behind the dugouts , we saw them leave at 2/0 , was it too cold or the traffic etc . He doesn’t miss !

Dont get me wrong he’s clever with it in terms of it’s always sandwiched in with a bit of praise , but clearly he feels we have a fair proportion of moany bastards who don’t back the team when the going gets tough - he keeps on mentioning it .

Nothing wrong in what he said imo

 

[HenningBerg]

He is correct about the negativity, it helps no one and there was a number around me that left when 2nd went in.

This is the reality that Gerrard refuses to sweep under the carpet


He’s nothing if not honest . People paid near £50 to Moan then leave after an hour and missed our best european comeback in our history .

 

[Rangersnumberfour]

Pretty shite for the ones around them who have to listen to their crap

I wish I could mute some of the folk around me!

 

[HenningBerg]

Nothing wrong in what he said imo

I agree I’m just saying I thought more would’ve picked up on it since he didn’t mince his words

 

[servicepoint]

He’s entitled to his opinion, likewise the paying supporters.

I wish he would speak out about the referees more though, I’m sure given the stage the supporters would.

 

[davieboyblue]

Why doesn’t the fans get behind the team and Manager ffs no matter what and let’s support them the job SG has done in a short space of time is remarkable.

The fans have backed Gerrard and the team in spades. Last night was fantastic. A real chance of the last 16.

Not immune to criticism though. League form from January has been abysmal. The team and Gerrard deserve every bit of criticism for that. Just as they deserve all the praise for last night.

 

[TynesideTrueBlue]

Yes it’s on the post match interview on rtv in front of the press .

He’s asked about the crowd and he said it can be magnificent however he then goes onto say we heard the moans behind the dugouts , we saw them leave at 2/0 , was it too cold or the traffic etc . He doesn’t miss !

Dont get me wrong he’s clever with it in terms of it’s always sandwiched in with a bit of praise , but clearly he feels we have a fair proportion of moany bastards who don’t back the team when the going gets tough - he keeps on mentioning it .

He’s correct though and some fans at Ibrox are fickle as fcuk criticising every bad pass shot getting on players backs time to get behind them no matter what.

 

[Drumchapel-Bear]

Yes it’s on the post match interview on rtv in front of the press .

He’s asked about the crowd and he said it can be magnificent however he then goes onto say we heard the moans behind the dugouts , we saw them leave at 2/0 , was it too cold or the traffic etc . He doesn’t miss !

Dont get me wrong he’s clever with it in terms of it’s always sandwiched in with a bit of praise , but clearly he feels we have a fair proportion of moany bastards who don’t back the team when the going gets tough - he keeps on mentioning it .

He's right. There's a fair chunk of arseholes in our support to be fair. It pains me that I will have to celebrate success with them in the not too distant future. These people don't deserve a winning team to support.

They will end up driving Gerrard out.

 

[db3058]

Still buzzing with that 2md half performance lol.

 

[ThePRODigalSon]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

Don’t think so.
Some people are never happy.
Anyone abusing the manager needs their head examined.
Lots to be frustrated about since new year but take a moment to reflect on what has been achieved since the manager has came in.
We want success instantly and know the reasons why but remember SG is Only in the door and learning on the job.

 

[Beswgers]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

What do they pay "there" money for? To support the team or get on the backs of players and coaching staff? It's when the going gets tough that we need to stick together, not throw the toys out of the pram. The vast majority, thankfully, managed to get behind the team last night (probably had enough intelligence to see we were up against a very good side, but were still making a go of it), rather than thinking we have a divine right to steamroller teams. No problem with Gerrard calling out the clowns who left early.

 

[HenningBerg]

He’s correct though and some fans at Ibrox are fickle as fcuk criticising every bad pass shot getting on players backs time to get behind them no matter what.

My Uncle who is 79 sits behind the dugout has done for 30 seasons now same seat and said last night wasn’t unusual there’s one guy who literally shouts “ Kamara you’re a fucking arsehole “ every single game , he’s too old to get involved but a few have told him to shut up and sit down to no avail . We all know these type of “ fans “ and it isn’t just Rangers who have them .

 

[Wang]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

This whole notion that paying your money some how entitles you to say what you like or behave how you like is starting to do my tits in.

 

[Captain Cutlass]

I just don't get the criticism he's had for apparently not being "passionate enough" on the touchline when things aren't going particularly well for us.
For what it's worth I want a manager with a cool analytical head when we're under pressure and not kicking water bottles about but when we do something fantastic there's no denying Gerrards passion.
A bit like Walter Smith indeed!
He'll do for me!

 

[DerekSSR]

Am I right in saying the team got booed off the park at half time?

 

[Captain Cutlass]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

To be fair he wasn't slagging them off, he was giving them the benefit of the doubt...but we all know what he meant!

 

[Arkanoid]

I was hoping this thread would allude to shutting up shop next week and coming away with a 0-0 with minimum fuss, minimum possession, minimum territory but a place in the last 16

 

[Gallant_Few]

There is some in our support who will never be pleased. After everything we have endured and the sickening lows we have suffered I dont understand it.

We have came from playing in the lower leagues of Scottish Football and having to suffer footballers who should never have been allowed near the club and would never have made it near the club if circumstances didnt dictate.

Some people need to start appreciating Steven Gerrard and what he is trying to do. The last month or so has been disappointing but we are still moving in the right direction I believe.

In Gerrard we have a man who will not give up untill he has achieved what he has set out to do, and even then he still wont stop trying to better this team.

 

[RaoulDuke11]

going by his press conference after the game, it looked to be a wee dig back at the fans behind him to be fair

i know what you're referring to, but i 100% don't buy it.

he was ecstatic, like the rest of us.

 

[Belfast Blue]

I thought going full Walter was making Chick Young piss himself in fear?

 

[WattieSmith]

going by his press conference after the game, it looked to be a wee dig back at the fans behind him to be fair

100% support for SG in his comments. We have a generation of a support that cannot handle this period

 

[cooprfc]

Pretty shite to say that about the fans that pay there money.

Pretty shite of they fans criticising the guy who has given us our pride back. And then leaving.

Hopefully they don't come back.

 

[Necro]

FF is full of people rightly calling out Ibrox for being toxic at times every week but the second our manager hints at it people get upset?

Maybe people should just stop acting like arseholes at the games?

 

[Captain Cutlass]

Am I right in saying the team got booed off the park at half time?

There were indeed a few arseholes who booed the team off.
And just for the record I don't hold with the principle of "they paid their money so they're entitled to their opinion" shit....surely we're all there to SUPPORT our team, particularly when we're only narrowly behind?
I've been supporting Rangers for well over 50 years and I've never booed the team off the pitch in my life...I've moaned like fcuk about them after the game on numerous occasions on the bus, in the pub or even on here but that's allowed eh?