HERE WE GO:Philippe Clement’s demeanor following Rangers’ recent comfortable victory suggests that, despite the positive result, the pressure he feels as manager is unmistakable.

As the match concluded, it was clear that the win hadn’t lifted the burden he appears to carry, and his frustrated expression spoke volumes about the mounting challenges he faces. For a manager of his caliber, overseeing a top club like Rangers comes with the expectation of consistently winning, and anything less tends to highlight the fragility of a team’s form and confidence.

Though the victory was important for Clement’s position, the frustration on his face indicated that his mind was already on the bigger picture. The relentless nature of the Scottish Premiership means that every match brings with it a level of scrutiny, and for Rangers, anything other than success could lead to calls for managerial change. Despite the win, Clement was still visibly aware that his team’s performances need to improve significantly if they are to challenge for the league title and make a deep run in European competitions.

Perhaps what added to his frustration was the context in which Rangers had won. While comfortable, the nature of the victory may not have been as convincing as he had hoped, leaving certain areas of the game still in need of refinement. A manager who demands excellence will always seek perfection, even after a positive result, and Clement’s restless body language suggests he’s aware of the larger, long-term goals ahead of him.

In the high-pressure world of top-level football management, victories can feel fleeting if the broader objectives remain unmet. Philippe Clement knows that, for all the celebration of three points, the true test will come in how his team responds to future challenges, both on the pitch and in the court of public opinion.