The decision to sack Philippe Clement as Rangers manager came after a disappointing defeat to St Mirren, which allowed their rivals Celtic to maintain their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Despite the pressure mounting on Clement to close the gap following Celtic’s loss to Hibs, the team’s performance against St Mirren proved to be the final straw for the Ibrox board.
Celtic legend Chris Sutton wasted no time in praising Brendan Rodgers for his ability to outmaneuver and outperform Rangers during Clement’s tenure as manager. Sutton highlighted Rodgers’ impressive record against Clement, winning six out of seven matches and triumphing over him in two cup finals. This strong track record further emphasized the decision to part ways with Clement and showcased Rodgers’ astute management skills at Celtic.
As Rodgers prepares to face a new manager at Rangers in their upcoming clash, Celtic fans are eager to see how the last Glasgow Derby of the season at Celtic Park will unfold. The appointment of a new manager adds an element of intrigue to the match, with fans and pundits alike speculating on how they will fare against the formidable opponent in Rodgers. The outcome of this highly anticipated showdown will not only impact the title race but also provide insight into the new manager’s tactics and approach in facing Rodgers and the dominant Celtic team.
