Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard won his first match as a manager on Thursday with Scotland’s Rangers FC against Macedonia’s FK Shkupi. Rangers’ Jamie Murphy and James Tavernier led a 2-0 win in the second leg of the first qualifying round for the UEFA Europa League.
Murphy opened the scoreboard with a 23rd-minute goal followed by Tavernier’s successful penalty shot late in the game at minute 92.
Gerrard attracted the spotlight with his first managerial match being a success, but Rangers fans expressed their fondness of the new manager for a different reason.
When the ball passed the touchline, Gerrard’s smooth behind-the-back control made the fans wonder if the 38-year-old could be both player and manager.
Still got it
Not tempted to be a player/manager, Mr. Gerrard? pic.twitter.com/iPUEPbqGyp
— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) July 12, 2018
The Liverpool icon’s analytical reaction to the win isn’t a surprise as well, Gerrard’s trademark gegenpressing during his playing days echoes today with his commentary on the match.
REACTION: Steven Gerrard spoke to @RangersTV after tonight's 2-0 victory at Ibrox. pic.twitter.com/jxVg3ihhen
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) July 12, 2018
Gerrard and the Rangers face Aberdeen FC on Aug. 5 as a first phase match for the Scottish Premiership.
