Since sacking boss Joey Barton, Andy Mangan has taken over on an interim basis, and worked his side to three wins and a draw in four matches.
Putting his name in contention for the full-time job when the decision is made.
Mangan is still a bit struck when he’s in charge during matches, recently admitting that it’s “Amazing when you’re there on the sidelines, and terrifying as well, but I’m sure I’ll get used to that at some point.”
A 1-0 win against Carlisle at the weekend, saw his side slide themselves into the top 10 in League One
He says his side is inspired by the club and every player is out there playing for the badge “I thought every single man put their body on the line for the cause.”
Despite just the 1-0 win against 22nd placed Carlisle, the Liverpool born striker is confident in the performance “Let’s keep getting the wins, let’s get performing, let’s keep defending the way we have today.”
Mangan has also adjusted to Bristol life well since following Barton from Fleetwood Town to the Gas in 2021, “We live in the city through the week, I spend my time in the city, and my family come down and spends time in the city. It’s an amazing city.”
Taking on his first first-time managerial role, the former Wrexham man, is on cloud nine, “I’m absolutely loving it, it’s an honour.”
Overall the boss wants to make it clear above everything, he’s “just so proud of the players and the staff.”
