Newly appointed Rangers coach Tim Bredbury is hoping for a bright start as he launches a new chapter in his career.
The former Hong Kong international has taken on his first-ever First Division coaching job this summer, replacing Shanghainese Fan Zhiyi, who has returned to China after a disappointing spell with the club as player/coach.
'I have a coaching licence from the Football Association and have been involved in junior football coaching for a couple of years after retiring,' said the 44-year-old locally born Bredbury (pictured), who won seven domestic First Division league titles and the top scorer award during his 20-year playing career with Seiko, South China and Instant-Dict from 1979 to 1999.
'This is going to be my first season as a First Division club coach and I am looking forward to it. I believe there will be more competitive teams in the league and we need good competitions to bring fans back to the stadium.
'If Rangers kick-off the league campaign convincingly, I am sure we can attract more people to watch us.'
Bredbury said his appointment was a natural move after coaching at junior level for a number of years, adding that he was delighted to have the opportunity to work with a team who have shown a strong determination to succeed.