Sport nationChris Sutton’s Scathing Reaction to Philippe Clement’s Sacking
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has never been one to mince his words, and his latest reaction to Philippe Clement’s sacking as Rangers manager is no exception. Taking to social media platform X, Sutton delivered a withering assessment of Clement’s tenure and the state of Rangers.
“On October 30 after the defeat to Aberdeen, myself and Kris Boyd said it was time for Big Phil to go,” Sutton wrote. “The Rangers board didn’t listen… He seemed to be a decent man but didn’t understand the demands of football in Glasgow. Another Rangers manager seen off by Brendan Rodgers…”
Sutton’s comments are a stark reminder of the intense pressure and scrutiny that comes with managing Rangers. Clement’s departure marks the sixth time that Brendan Rodgers has seen off a Rangers manager during his two spells in charge at Celtic.
Rodgers’ remarkable record against Rangers managers is a testament to his tactical acumen and ability to get the better of his opponents. As Celtic continue to dominate the Scottish Premiership, Rangers are left to pick up the pieces and regroup.
Clement’s sacking is the latest in a long line of managerial casualties at Ibrox, and it remains to be seen who will be the next to take the reins. One thing is certain, however: the pressure to succeed at Rangers is intense, and any new manager will have to hit the ground running if they are to have any chance of closing the gap on Celtic.
As the dust settles on Clement’s departure, Sutton’s comments serve as a reminder of the high stakes and intense rivalry that exists between Celtic and Rangers. With the Scottish Premiership title seemingly out of reach for Rangers, the focus will now shift to the battle for second place and the coveted European spots.
One thing is certain, however: Chris Sutton will continue to be a vocal and opinionated presence in the world of Scottish football, and his reactions will always be worth watching.
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