Danny Rohl heads into Thursday’s Europa League showdown with Braga knowing the spotlight has never burned brighter on his Rangers side. After a string of underwhelming performances on the European stage this season, the German coach is under mounting pressure to spark a revival and keep the club’s continental hopes alive.
Rangers have stumbled through their group campaign, failing to find rhythm, consistency, or the attacking fluency expected under Rohl’s stewardship. Defensive lapses, sluggish transitions, and missed chances have compounded their struggles, leaving supporters frustrated and demanding a response.
Braga, meanwhile, arrive in strong form, boasting pace, technical quality, and a clear identity—everything Rangers have been accused of lacking in Europe. The Portuguese outfit punished the Ibrox side in previous meetings, and Thursday’s clash at Ibrox threatens to be another stern examination of Rohl’s project.
Insiders say Rohl has been working intensely behind the scenes, reshuffling tactical plans and demanding sharper discipline from his squad. He has also privately challenged several senior players to raise their levels, insisting that Rangers must show “courage and conviction” if they are to turn their European fortunes around.
With qualification hopes hanging in the balance, Thursday’s fixture is more than just another group-stage match—it’s a litmus test for progress under the 35-year-old coach. A win could restore belief and ease pressure. Anything less risks deepening the scrutiny and raising fresh questions about Rangers’ trajectory under Rohl.
For now, Ibrox waits—anxious, expectant, and desperate for a performance that reignites their European campaign.
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