Clement Stands Firm on Rangers Formation Despite Recent Defeats; Other Football Updates

Rangers, under manager Philippe Clement, have suffered two defeats in their last three league matches. Clement has stated he will not alter his team’s formation, a decision he insists upon despite the recent losses. This comes as a Scottish coach provides background information ahead of Leipzig’s visit to Celtic Park. (Herald – subscription) The 50-year-old Belgian coach expressed his belief that his team, currently facing challenges, was expected to encounter a setback before progressing. (Sun) Clement also shared that his wife “likes it more when we win games and everybody’s happy that I’m a really good manager,” and he acknowledged his continuous dedication to achieving success. (Record) Furthermore, the Rangers manager suggested that he was aware of the challenges involved when he committed to a new four-year contract over the summer. (Scotsman – subscription) In related news, former Rangers captain Craig Moore voiced concerns that the current culture within the Ibrox dressing room may not be conducive to fostering success. (Record) Fellow former captain Barry Ferguson proposed that Rangers’ dismissal of manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst in 2022 was premature and raised questions about the necessity of another club rebuild if the managerial position were to become vacant once more. (Herald – subscription) Separately, Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes, aged 53, is reportedly admired by members of the Rangers hierarchy. (Football Insider) Meanwhile, Cameron Campbell, 33, the Scottish assistant coach for Leipzig, stated that his experience “grew up playing Football Manager” played a role in his shift from a playing career to coaching. The German team is scheduled to visit Celtic Park on Tuesday. (Sunday Mail) Hibernian defender Warren O’Hora, 25, shared that becoming a new father is providing him with motivation to achieve success in his football career. (Edinburgh Evening News – subscription) St Johnstone manager Simo Valakari asserted that his team is progressing positively, notwithstanding their defeat to Hearts on Saturday. (Courier – subscription)