Rangers continue to grapple with defensive woes as new manager Danny Röhl's tenure began with a defeat against Brann in Norway, leaving the team languishing at the bottom of their Europa League group. The German coach, appointed just days ago, had promised to prioritize victories over playing style, but his debut failed to deliver on either front. Brann's first goal came with a stroke of luck when the ball deflected off John Souttar and landed at the feet of Emil Koryvig, who slotted it past Jack Butland. Later, Jakob Sørensen and Noah Holm added two more goals, underscoring the significant challenges Röhl faces.

Rangers managed just one shot on target and remain pointless after three matches in the tournament. Despite the new leadership, old defensive frailties continue to haunt the team. With five matches remaining against formidable opponents, their prospects of advancing to the knockout stages appear slim. Despite the rocky start, Röhl must quickly prepare his squad for the upcoming clash against Kilmarnock.

In his first lineup, Röhl opted for defender Nasser Djiga and young forward Youssef Chermiti, who failed to capitalize on a chance in the first half. Brann were more organized and controlled the game, creating numerous dangerous opportunities in front of the Rangers' goal. Despite some good saves from Butland, Rangers' defense was easily breached, leading to straightforward goals for the opposition.

Expert Analysis: Danny Röhl faces a daunting task in revitalizing Rangers, as his first match highlighted deep-rooted issues that require time and effort to resolve. Without swift solutions and defensive improvements, their chances of success in the Europa League remain bleak.