Steven Pressley, the newly appointed manager of Dundee FC, has openly acknowledged the significant challenges he faces in his new role. Taking over after the unexpected sacking of Tony Docherty in May, Pressley's tenure began with a disappointing 1-0 home loss to second-tier Airdrieonians in the Premier Sports Cup.

Early Setbacks and Learning Curves

Pressley expressed that he had no misconceptions about the difficulty of the task at hand. 'We believe in what we are doing,' he stated, 'but we are realistic about our current state. The loss to Airdrieonians was our first real test, and while it was a setback, it also provided valuable insights.'

The Road Ahead

With no midweek fixture, Dundee is preparing for their next match against League 1 Alloa Athletic, who have won both of their opening games. Pressley, who is nearing 350 games in management, sees this as an opportunity to implement his strategies and adapt to the team's needs.

Adapting and Evolving

Pressley emphasized the importance of adaptability in his approach. 'My job is to be adaptable to the players' attributes, qualities, and deficiencies,' he explained. 'The weekend was a great learning experience, allowing us to focus on areas that need improvement and make necessary adjustments.'

Belief in the Process

Despite the early challenges, Pressley remains optimistic. 'I enjoy the challenge and working with this group of players,' he said. 'As long as we believe in what we are doing, I think we can be fine.'

Pressley's journey with Dundee is just beginning, and the road ahead is fraught with challenges. However, his experience and determination could be the key to turning the team's fortunes around.