The work Narcis Pelach has done with The Potters is remarkable, as it is clear that the coach is eager to take the team to the next level. However, this will require time and a deeper understanding of the squad.
So far, he has managed four matches with the team, resulting in 2 losses, 1 draw, and 1 win—an irregular record. Yet, it is evident that Stoke City is improving as the season progresses. This suggests that by the end of the 2024-2025 season, the club could see very positive results, showcasing a promising future with a solid present.
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A Competitive Squad Full of Young Talent
Narcis Pelach has stated that he needs time with the team, as he needs the training sessions and each match to learn from mistakes and build a squad with great authority and a strong style of play.
He hopes that the time he has to work with the squad will be enough to create a highly competitive team in the EFL Championship, and potentially, in a few years—or even this season—fight for promotion back to the Premier League. Stoke City has everything to achieve this, but as Pelach has emphasized, time is needed.
Every session matters.
— Stoke City FC (@stokecity) October 10, 2024
Training video 🔜 pic.twitter.com/sbKmC1Qg7R
Additionally, during this international break, several players are competing with their national teams, particularly the younger ones. We’ve seen Ashley Phillips with England U20, Sol Sidibe, who at just 17 years old can easily compete in any lower division of English football, and Million Manhoef with the Netherlands U21.
This is important news for Stoke City, as it shows the squad is in good hands with young talent. The hope is that a future project will include these stars, bringing joy to Stoke City fans by returning to the Premier League.
Now, with the rest period for several players, the aim is for them to return at 100% fitness for the next match. Stoke City will face Norwich City on October 19, a tough match where 17th-placed Stoke will go up against 7th-placed Norwich in the EFL Championship. This will be a significant challenge for Narcis Pelach, and it will be interesting to see how the team fares.