Steven Gerrard displayed the controlled aggression that he was renowned for throughout his career.
At today’s press conference, the Rangers manager was asked what he thought of Arsenal’s performance on Thursday night against Slavia Prague.
Whilst his answer was a glowing appraisal of Mikel Arteta’s side for their play on the pitch and their conduct around the game, there was also a not so subtle dig at the hosts which was very apparent.
🗣️"I loved @Arsenal's performance. I admired the approach before, during & after the game. I'm sure Glen did as well."
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard speaks of his admiration towards Arsenal who took a knee in front of Slavia Prague before beating the Czech side. pic.twitter.com/RNQPTMMzBy
— Sky Sports Scotland (@ScotlandSky) April 16, 2021
The defining gesture from the game was Arsenal’s Alex Lacazette, ‘taking a knee’ directly in front of the Slavia players.
It was also not lost on Gerrard, who stated:
“I loved everything about the game.”
“I loved the Arsenal performance, the way they went about it.”
“I admired how they approached before the game, during the game, and after the game.”
“I’m sure Glen did as well.”
Drops mic.
The Ibrox boss is an expert with the media and how he represents himself and his club – a polished, shrewd operator in front of the cameras.