Why Ibrox Needs a Documented Disaster: The Untold Story Behind Scottish Football's Greatest Soap Opera

If you’re an avid reader of fiction, especially series, you might have noticed this phenomenon: midway through a series, the author realizes they are crafting a much larger story than intended. Take the Harry Potter series as an example; by the second book, J.K. Rowling was building a sprawling mythology that grew darker and more complex with each installment.

Similarly, Game of Thrones, initially planned as a trilogy, evolved into a series of unprecedented complexity that left fans waiting indefinitely for its conclusion. This shift in narrative scope illustrates how stories can transform from simple concepts into expansive tales.

Recently, I read about Plymouth Argyle scrapping their documentary on Wayne Rooney, reflecting a trend where such projects have become common yet tiresome for fans. While some shows like All or Nothing and Welcome to Wrexham have succeeded, many fall flat.

The gold standard in sports documentaries is Sunderland 'Til I Die, which started as a hopeful narrative but evolved into a gripping account of a club’s unraveling. This transformation required courage from the filmmakers, who chose to document a disaster rather than abandon the project.

Imagine a documentary titled Ibrox: Everything Is Awful, capturing the chaos of a struggling club. By documenting the disintegration of fans' hopes and the complete unraveling of a season, it could become a phenomenon. A narrative that begins with the collapse of leadership and follows through the ensuing turmoil would be both hilarious and fascinating.

The marketing department at Ibrox is missing a golden opportunity. A fly-on-the-wall documentary could reveal the true essence of a club in crisis, showcasing everything from team talks to fan reactions. This could be the greatest soap opera in Scottish football, providing an unfiltered view of a season filled with chaos and despair.

While some clubs thrive, the challenge lies in documenting the struggles of those that don’t. Instead of glossing over the negatives, embracing the disaster could lead to a masterpiece of storytelling.

So, let the cameras roll at Ibrox! Show us the raw reality of the club. The resulting documentary could be must-see television, capturing the essence of a club caught in perpetual crisis, and everyone would want to watch it.