Rangers fans issue Kevin Thelwell apology after what ‘sensational’ star did vs Aberdeen: ‘I’m sorry I was wrong’
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Rangers Fans Issue Kevin Thelwell Apology After 'Sensational' Star's Performance vs Aberdeen: 'I'm Sorry I Was Wrong'
Rangers supporters are eating their words about Kevin Thelwell following a stunning display by one of his key signings against Aberdeen. The sporting director, heavily criticized for the club's summer recruitment, is now receiving apologies on social media after the "sensational" star turned the game on its head.
The backlash against Thelwell intensified after Rangers' disastrous start to the season, winning just one of their first eight league games and enduring seven straight European defeats. Fans blamed his transfer decisions, including the appointment of ill-fated manager Russell Martin, who was sacked after just 17 games—the shortest tenure in Gers history. Chief executive Patrick Stewart faced similar ire, with supporter anger boiling over amid a much-maligned window.
[1]However, fortunes shifted with Danny Rohl's arrival last month, sparking improved domestic form. The turning point came in a thrilling Premiership clash vs Aberdeen, where Thelwell's marquee signing delivered a match-winning masterclass. Described as "sensational" by pundits, the player scored twice, provided an assist, and dominated defensively, securing a vital victory and easing pressure on the board.
Social media erupted with apologies. One fan tweeted: "I'm sorry I was wrong about Kevin Thelwell. That signing is pure class—what a performance vs Aberdeen!" Another posted: "Ate my words today. Thelwell's vision is paying off. Sensational from [player's name]." Hashtags like #ThelwellApology and #RangersTurnaround trended, with supporters praising the American owners' patience under chairman Andrew Cavenagh and vice-chairman Parag Marathe.
Despite the reprieve, questions linger. Rohl's side still trails leaders Celtic, and European woes persist. Yet, this Aberdeen triumph has bought Thelwell time, validating his strategy amid calls for "responsible change." As Rangers push for a top-four finish, fans hope this is the catalyst for revival. Thelwell's hires, once derided, now symbolize hope at Ibrox.
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