Rangers FC have encountered mounting struggles away from home that have hampered their recent fortunes and diminished the reputation of a proud institution. Midfielder Ianis Hagi accepted all this has been difficult but committed himself to changing it.
Recent Away Game Challenges
Rangers managed a 2-2 draw in a Scottish Premiership match against Motherwell with Hamza Igamane coming off the bench to score a brace in the second half and equalize in the second half after trailing 2-0 at halftime. The result continued a run of underwhelming performances away from home, further fuelling doubts among supporters and club officials alike over the team’s consistency and resilience on the road.
Ianis Hagi’s Commitment to Fans
In response to the situation, Ianis Hagi stressed the need for the team to deliver for their loyal supporters. It’s not about us, we play for the fans, we play for the history of this club. We’re not satisfied with how we played … and hopefully we can regroup.” This statement underlines the uniqueness of the club and the high standards synonymous with wearing the Rangers jersey.
Team Morale and Managerial Pressure
It has not exactly been the time of their lives over at the Confederation Hill in Ottawa. With recent results leaving much to be desired and manager Philippe Clement under the spotlights. And former Rangers player Kris Boyd suggested Clement could be playing for his job ahead of more games to come. Boyd said, “If the gap goes to 15 points, then I think his time is up.” The urgency for Rangers to secure results that are positive. This can help maintain managerial stability and morale cannot be underestimated in a week like this.
Upcoming Fixtures and Next Steps
Rangers have a crucial period coming up, with matches against Cosway sides, leading to an Old Firm derby against Celtic. These matchups provide the team with a chance to show that they have the tools to weather the storm. The last thing they need now, with two such key fixtures appears on the horizon, is the shadow of off-field distractions. The significance of these matches is not just for a club table position but to ensure to rebuild pride in front of a supporter base that arguably deserves better.
