Rohl addressed journalists for nearly half an hour during his introductory media appearance
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Nearly four and a half months after the previous coach's initial media briefing as the club's head coach, successor Danny Rohl met with the media at Ibrox for the initial occasion.
The magnitude of the task facing him is well known, considering Martin's turbulent and unsuccessful 123-day spell.
The former Wednesday boss was accompanied by club chairman the chairman, along with the frequently questioned duo of sporting director Thelwell and chief executive Patrick Stewart.
But what exactly did we learn from the 36-year-old coach's first public appearance as the club's manager?
Rohl's Main Priority - Victory Comes First
One thing emerged loud and clear from Rohl's initial presentation before the local press - he recognizes the necessity to win matches, and achieve this rapidly.
The previous manager Martin managed just 17 games and 123 days in charge, so the inquiry emerged about how long the new man believes is realistic to turn around the underperforming team.
While skillfully avoiding a direct answer that could bring later expectations, the coach's message was very evident.
"With hope as soon as possible," he stated. "This is essential.
"In football you have not much time. You can discuss future plans but we know it's about immediate results and that period is about winning games. This is my requirement.
"Another aspect remains obvious - I require all players to understand how we want to play. I come back to my primary message: victory comes first, entertaining football and it's together. If you follow this order, I believe that I'll stay very long at the club."
Expectations are Normal
Martin required security protection to exit the Falkirk Stadium after his last game in charge.
We've seen how hostile environments can turn at football clubs when performances are poor. Demonstrations have almost become an expected aspect of the matchday experience on each part of Glasgow these days.
As the club's most youthful ever head coach, the inquiry asked about which attributes Rohl believes he possesses that would enable him to handle, never mind excel, in among the highest-pressure roles in UK soccer?
"In my opinion expectations in football are standard," he commented. "One needs to understand that very quickly.
"I believe some people could reference my age but I'm 16 years on this path. I experienced a great opportunity to be at Bayern Munich and serve as only an assistant coach, but I felt what it means to be a head coach and the pressure involved.
"When you start winning games and then some critics will say you need to play attractive soccer. That becomes the stage but that's exactly what I want. I relish those expectations and I look forward for the future."
Thelwell Explains Striker Acquisition & Hiring Family Member
The media pack had numerous questions from journalists directed at Thelwell.
Much discussion has concerned the appointment of Robbie Thelwell as recruitment chief, with supporters unconvinced about his credentials for the position.
However, he justified and clarified the choice to recruit Thelwell Jnr to the club.
"It remains uncomfortable to listen and optically I believe we all agreed when we took this step to hire Robbie that he'd be viewed negatively," Thelwell said.
"The truth of circumstances is that we aim to bring the top talent here.
"My view on his professional path and background is he required no my assistance in soccer.
"He's worked at Villa as head scout, he then joined Norwich City as head of scouting and then got promoted to development role.
"Prior to our hiring him, two Premier League clubs sought to sign him. What we did from the start of proceedings was discuss with the CEO, the chairman and vice-chairman Marathe about this situation.
"I remained highly open and I believe Robbie probably experienced a stricter procedure than anybody else who's employed by the team.
"I'm certain is that he will work 25/8 to achieve success for this football club and I'm looking forward seeing him proving that he's going to be a valuable staff member for Rangers."
Thelwell also supported the acquisition of forward Youssef Chermiti, who arrived at the club for a reported initial fee of £8m, having failed to find the net in 24 games for his previous club.
It was Thelwell who transferred the Portugal youth international to Liverpool from Sporting - once more for significant money in a fifteen million pound transfer.
The question came if he supports his multi-million pound purchase, who hasn't yet score in seven matches for Rangers.
"Yes, completely," Thelwell responded. "I believe Youssef Chermiti is a player who's possesses great ability.
"I haven't doubted him in any way. Again, I think the manager will assist in get the best out of Youssef.
"It's very initial stages for the young player, he remains promising prospect and naturally with young talents they occasionally take time.
"But I'm certain over the course of his time at the club he's going to prove that he is highly capable player."
The CEO Acknowledges Supporters' Disappointment and Anger
Stewart was also in the media firing line, given the vitriol that has been directed at him by certain of the club's fans.
There was even a sign in the stadium during the recent draw with Dundee United inviting Stewart - and the sporting director - to pack his bags before they were packed for him.
Similar to the football director, Stewart didn't avoid the topic.
"I completely understand the frustration and hurt that the supporters are experiencing because performances this season haven't met expectations and no one is satisfied with them," he said.
"The hurt and frustration fans experience is matched inside the boardroom.
"Recognize that there must exist a channel for that dissatisfaction and in my role, that's me.
"I serve as focal point for those and my responsibility as a
