With competitive fixtures on the horizon, including crucial Champions League qualifiers and the start of the Scottish Premiership campaign, Martin faces the stern challenge of translating promise into results.
Throughout pre-season, Martin has worked tirelessly to instill his philosophy, focusing on ball retention, positional discipline, and swift attacking transitions. The squad has shown glimpses of progress, with several new signings bedding in well and younger talents staking their claim for regular involvement. However, friendly matches only reveal so much. The intensity, pressure, and stakes rise exponentially once the competitive calendar kicks off.
Expectations are high at Ibrox. After falling short last season, both domestically and in Europe, fans are eager for a stronger, more consistent campaign. Martin, known for his tactical intelligence and calm demeanour, now has to prove that his methods can bring silverware back to Govan.
One of his immediate tasks will be managing squad rotation and maintaining sharpness as Rangers navigate a congested fixture list. The Champions League qualifiers present both opportunity and risk—success would provide a financial boost and a platform to attract higher-calibre players, while failure could dent momentum early.
Martin has talked of building a team with identity and resilience, and the coming weeks will be the first true test of that vision. The foundations may have been laid in pre-season, but now it’s about performance under pressure, delivering results, and showing that Rangers are ready to reclaim their place at the top of Scottish football.
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