I am not having Rangers snipers taking a swing at Danny Rohl because he knows key to Ibrox success Barry Ferguson
I am not having Rangers snipers taking a swing at Danny Rohl because he knows the key to Ibrox success Barry Ferguson
Barry Ferguson has never been the type to sit quietly when he feels someone connected to Rangers is being unfairly criticised, and this week he made his feelings very clear. With pressure beginning to simmer around Ibrox following a mixed run of results, some supporters and pundits have started taking aim at manager Danny Rohl. But for Ferguson, the noise is not only misplaced, it is entirely unjustified. In his view, Rohl already understands something crucial about Rangers, and it is why he believes the club is moving in the right direction despite recent turbulence.
Speaking on his weekly column, Ferguson insisted that the criticism aimed at Rohl by what he called the Rangers snipers is nothing more than impatience disguised as analysis. According to the former captain, Rohl has walked into one of the most demanding jobs in European football and has handled the pressure with maturity beyond his years. He pointed out that any manager who takes over at Ibrox must quickly learn that stability is never guaranteed. One poor performance can unleash chaos, while a single big win can restore faith instantly. For Ferguson, this is precisely why Rohl deserves more backing at this stage, not negativity.
Ferguson believes Rohl has already identified the heart of the job. The Rangers legend explained that understanding the psychology of the dressing room, the pressure of the support and the weight of Scottish football’s fiercest rivalry is more important than systems or formations. In his words, the key to success at Ibrox lies in managing people rather than only pressing lines or tactical shapes. Ferguson claimed that Rohl, from his behaviour in interviews to his emotional control on the touchline, has shown he understands the emotional heartbeat of the club.
He also argued that the squad Rohl inherited is far from the finished article. Several players are still adjusting to his style, others are battling for form, and a few are fighting for their futures. Ferguson insisted that it would be unrealistic to expect instant perfection from a group that is still in transition. He criticised those who only judge the manager on short term results, stating that the beginnings of a long term plan are already visible. According to him, Rangers have lacked continuity in recent seasons, the revolving door of managers robbing the team of any real identity. Rohl, he believes, can finally provide the stability supporters crave.
Ferguson also highlighted the improvements in intensity and structure that have already appeared in certain matches. While the team remains inconsistent, the former midfielder insisted that Rangers are playing with more direction than they did prior to Rohl’s arrival. He stressed that progress in football is often uneven and rarely linear. He said the people taking shots at the manager are ignoring the broader context and focusing only on the immediate frustrations.
Another point Ferguson raised was the emotional side of the Rangers job. He explained that the manager is not only responsible for performances but also for representing the club’s values. In his opinion, Rohl has handled the scrutiny with dignity, avoided excuses and shown a willingness to accept responsibility. Ferguson said that this character is exactly what Rangers need at a time when the squad is searching for confidence.
He ended by urging the support to stay patient and avoid creating unnecessary division. Ferguson emphasised that Rohl has the intelligence, composure and understanding required to succeed. He reminded fans that Ibrox has always been a place where strong leadership thrives and that he sees those qualities in the manager already. For Ferguson, the message is clear. Critics can shout, pundits can poke, and doubters can stir tension, but he is not having Rangers snipers taking a swing at Danny Rohl. In his view, the manager knows the key to Ibrox success and deserves the chance to provide
