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Danny Röhl's First Win as Rangers Boss: A Step Towards Recovery
10/27/2025, 1:32:27 PM
Rangers Secure First Home League Victory of the Season
Danny Röhl achieved his first league victory as head coach of Rangers with a 3-1 win over Kilmarnock at Ibrox, marking the club's first home Premiership win of the season. This result followed a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Brann in the Europa League, which had left the team struggling for confidence. The match began positively for Rangers, with Derek Cornelius scoring the opener in the 15th minute from a free-kick delivered by James Tavernier. However, the lead was briefly lost when Kilmarnock's George Stanger equalized after a mistake by Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland.
Rangers regained their advantage shortly after halftime when Danilo scored with a powerful header from a cross by Jayden Meghoma. Youssef Chermiti, who joined the club for £10 million from Everton, sealed the victory with his first goal for Rangers in the 72nd minute. Despite a disallowed goal from Nicolas Raskin late in the game, the win lifted Rangers to fifth place in the league, 13 points behind leaders Hearts.
Official Statements & Responses
Following the match, Danny Röhl expressed satisfaction with the performance, stating, “It was not everything perfect, but it was a good step forward. The first win is always important for the group to create confidence.” He acknowledged the need for improvement but emphasized the importance of the victory in boosting team morale. Röhl noted, “We know where we want to go... it helps to lift the confidence of the group.”
Kilmarnock manager Stuart Kettlewell defended his goalkeeper Eddie Beach, who faced criticism for his performance, saying, “He’s a big personality, a confident lad. He’s made a couple of errors... he has to pick himself back up and he will.”
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the victory, concerns remain regarding Rangers' defensive vulnerabilities, highlighted by Butland's error that allowed Kilmarnock to equalize. Kettlewell expressed frustration over the nature of the goals conceded, indicating that there was genuine anger in the dressing room about the defensive lapses. He stated, “When you concede three goals in the nature that we do, I’d be disappointed if people weren’t angry.”
What's Next for Rangers
Rangers' upcoming fixtures include a trip to Hibernian in midweek, followed by a crucial Scottish League Cup semi-final against Celtic at Hampden Park. Röhl emphasized the need to build on the momentum from the Kilmarnock match, stating, “With one win, with one week, you can turn a lot of things around in the right direction.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “It is a small step in our journey, we know where we want to go.” — Danny Röhl, Rangers Head Coach
- “You're not going to lock yourself up in a room and feel sorry for yourself.” — Stuart Kettlewell, Kilmarnock Manager
- “We want to win games, we want to play attractive football and we want to do it together with our fans.” — Danny Röhl, Rangers Head Coach
Röhl's first win as Rangers boss represents a potential turning point for the club, which has faced significant challenges in recent months. The victory not only boosts confidence but also sets the stage for upcoming critical matches in the league and cup competitions.
