Rohl spoke to the media for around half an hour during his first media appearance
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Nearly 135 days following Russell Martin's initial media briefing as the club's head coach, successor Danny Rohl faced the media at Rangers' stadium for the first time.
The magnitude of the challenge facing him is well known, given Martin's turbulent and disappointing four-month spell.
The ex- Wednesday manager was joined by chairman the chairman, along with the much-criticized duo of sporting director Thelwell and chief executive Patrick Stewart.
However, what exactly did we learn from the young German's first public appearance as Rangers boss?
Rohl's Main Priority - Victory Comes First
A single message came through loud and clear from the new coach's initial presentation in front of the Scottish media - he recognizes the necessity to secure victories, and achieve this rapidly.
The previous manager Martin lasted only 17 matches and four months as manager, so the inquiry arose about what timeframe the new man believes is reasonable to turn around the underperforming team.
While skillfully sidestepping a specific response that could bring later expectations, the coach's message was very evident.
"Hopefully very quickly," he said. "That is crucial.
"In this business you have limited opportunity. You can discuss long-term vision but we know it concerns the short-term and that period involves securing victories. That is what I demand.
"One thing is also obvious - I require every squad member to comprehend our intended to play. I return to my primary message: victory comes first, entertaining football and it's together. By following this order, I believe that I'll stay for years here."
Pressure is Normal
Martin required security protection to exit the stadium after his last match as manager.
We've seen how hostile situations can turn at sports teams when results decline. Protests have nearly become a regular part of game day experience on both sides of the city currently.
As the club's most youthful ever head coach, the inquiry asked about what qualities Rohl believes he has that would allow him to handle, let alone thrive, in one of the highest-pressure positions in British football?
"I think pressure in football are standard," he commented. "One needs to understand that rapidly.
"I believe certain individuals could reference my youth but I'm 16 years in this career. I experienced a great opportunity to be at Bayern Munich and be just the assistant manager, but I felt the reality to manage a team and the demands you face.
"When you start winning games and then certain people claim you need to play attractive football. That's the next stage but that's exactly what I want. I relish those expectations and I look forward about the future."
The Sporting Director Explains Chermiti Signing & Hiring His Son
There were plenty of questions from the media directed at Thelwell.
Much discussion has concerned the hiring of his son as head of recruitment, with supporters skeptical about his credentials for the position.
Nevertheless, he justified and explained the decision to recruit his son to Ibrox.
"It remains uncomfortable to listen and in appearance I believe we all agreed when we took this step to appoint Robbie that he'd be viewed in a particular way," Thelwell said.
"The truth of the situation is that we aim to attract the very best players to this club.
"My view on his professional path and situation is he didn't need family help in football.
"He served at Aston Villa as a senior scout, he then joined Norwich as head of scouting and then got promoted to development role.
"Prior to our hiring him, multiple top division teams sought to acquire him. What we did right at the start of the process was discuss with the CEO, the chairman and deputy chairman Marathe about this situation.
"I remained extremely transparent and I think Robbie probably experienced a stricter procedure than anybody else who's employed by the team.
"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 demonstrating that he's going to be a valuable staff member for the club."
Thelwell also defended the signing of striker Chermiti, who arrived at the club for an alleged initial fee of eight million pounds, after failing to score in 24 appearances for his previous club.
The sporting director who transferred the Portugal youth international to Merseyside from Sporting Lisbon - once more for large funds in a £15m deal.
The question came if he supports his multi-million pound purchase, who hasn't yet register in seven outings for Rangers.
"Absolutely, very much so," Thelwell responded. "I think the striker represents who's got huge potential.
"I haven't questioned him in any way. Again, I think Danny will assist in maximize the potential out of Youssef.
"These are initial stages for the young player, he remains promising prospect and of course with inexperienced players they sometimes take time.
"But I'm certain throughout of his career here he'll demonstrate that he's a highly capable player."
Stewart Understands Fan Frustration and Hurt
Stewart was also facing firing line, considering the vitriol that has been aimed his way by certain club own supporters.
Additionally, there was a banner in the stadium during the last draw with United inviting him - and Thelwell - to depart before they were packed for him.
Similar to the football director, Stewart didn't evade the topic.
"I completely understand the frustration and anger that fans are experiencing because performances this season haven't been expectations and no one is satisfied with them," he said.
"The hurt and disappointment they feel is mirrored inside the leadership.
"Also understand that there must exist a channel for those frustrations and in my role, I'm responsible.
"I'm a focal point for such issues and my role as a
