Rohl spoke to journalists for around half an hour during his first media appearance
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Nearly 135 days after the previous coach's first press conference as the club's head coach, successor Danny Rohl met with the media at Rangers' stadium for the first time.
The scale of the challenge ahead of him is widely recognized, considering Martin's chaotic and unsuccessful four-month tenure.
The ex- Wednesday manager was accompanied by club chairman the chairman, along with the much-criticized pair of sporting director Kevin Thelwell and CEO Stewart.
However, what precisely did we learn from the 36-year-old coach's first public appearance as Rangers boss?
The Manager's Main Priority - Victory is Everything
A single message came through loud and clear from Rohl's initial presentation before the Scottish media - he recognizes the need to win matches, and do so quickly.
The previous manager Martin lasted only 17 games and 123 days in charge, so the question emerged about how long the new man believes is reasonable to turn around the struggling team.
Although deftly sidestepping a direct answer that could bring future pressure, the coach's message was quite clear.
"Hopefully as soon as possible," he said. "That is crucial.
"In this business you have limited time. You can discuss long-term vision but it's understood it's about immediate results and the short-term involves winning games. This is what I demand.
"Another aspect remains obvious - I need all players to comprehend our intended to perform. I return to my primary theme: victory comes first, entertaining football and unity. By following this order, I believe that I will remain for years here."
Expectations are Standard
The previous manager needed security protection to exit the Falkirk Stadium after his last game in charge.
We've witnessed how toxic situations can turn at football clubs when performances are poor. Protests have almost become an expected aspect of the matchday atmosphere on both sides of the city these days.
As Rangers' youngest manager in history, the inquiry was posed about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would enable him to cope, never mind thrive, in one of the most pressurized positions in UK soccer?
"In my opinion pressure in this business is normal," he commented. "You must learn that rapidly.
"I believe some people could reference my youth but I have been 16 years on this path. I had an excellent chance to be at Bayern Munich and be only an assistant manager, but I experienced what it means to be a head coach and the pressure involved.
"When you start getting results and then certain people will say you need to play attractive soccer. That becomes the stage but precisely what I want. I enjoy that challenge and I'm excited for the future."
Thelwell Explains Striker Acquisition & Appointing Family Member
The media pack had plenty of inquiries from the media for Thelwell.
Significant attention has concerned the hiring of his son as head of recruitment, with fans unconvinced about his qualifications for the position.
However, he defended and explained the choice to bring Thelwell Jnr to Ibrox.
"It remains awkward to hear and in appearance I think we all agreed when we made this step to hire him that he would be viewed negatively," Thelwell stated.
"The reality of the situation is that we want to bring the very best players to this club.
"My perspective on his professional path and situation is he required no my assistance in soccer.
"He served at Villa as a senior scout, he then moved to Norwich as head of scouting and then got promoted to development role.
"Prior to our recruited him, two top division teams sought to sign him. What we did from the beginning of the process was consult with the CEO, the chairman and deputy chairman Paraag Marathe about this matter.
"I was extremely open and I think he likely underwent a more rigorous process than anybody else who's employed by the team.
"I'm certain is that he will work 25/8 to be successful for this football club and I'm looking forward seeing him proving that he's going to be an excellent employee for Rangers."
Additionally, Thelwell supported the signing of striker Chermiti, who joined the club for a reported first payment of eight million pounds, after failing to score in 24 appearances for Everton.
The sporting director who brought the Portugal youth international to Liverpool from Sporting - again for large funds in a £15m deal.
He was asked if he supports his expensive purchase, who is yet to register in seven outings for the club.
"Absolutely, very much so," Thelwell responded. "I believe Youssef Chermiti represents who's got huge potential.
"I haven't questioned him whatsoever. Similarly, I think Danny will assist in maximize the potential out of Youssef.
"These are early days for him, he remains promising prospect and of course with young talents they occasionally require patience.
"But I'm certain throughout of his time here he'll demonstrate that he's a highly capable player."
Stewart Understands Supporters' Disappointment and Anger
Stewart was also facing firing line, given the vitriol that has been aimed at him by certain club fans.
There was even a sign in the stadium during the last draw with Dundee United inviting Stewart - and the sporting director - to depart before they were packed for them.
Like his sporting director, Stewart didn't avoid the topic.
"I totally appreciate the frustration and anger that the supporters are experiencing because results this season haven't met expectations and no one is happy with those," he said.
"The pain and disappointment they feel is matched inside the boardroom.
"Recognize that there must exist an outlet for that dissatisfaction and in my role, that's me.
"I serve as lightning rod for those and my role as a