Ahead of Stoke City’s clash with Oxford United, Steve Schumacher gave positive and encouraging statements for the team and the fans of The Potters. The team had been going through a tough spell in the EFL Championship after suffering two consecutive defeats before their victory over Plymouth Argyle.
Now, Stoke City's manager is highly motivated for the return of domestic competitions following the international break. Steve Schumacher believes that this match against Oxford United will be a crucial moment in Stoke City's season.
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Steve Schumacher’s Encouraging Statements
The manager is looking forward to the September 14th match against Oxford United, understanding that this is a pivotal moment early in the season to make a strong impression for the rest of the year.
Schumacher knows Stoke City must show they are a highly competitive team with the highest ambitions in the EFL Championship. His goal is to establish The Potters as serious contenders for promotion to the Premier League in the 2025-26 season.
Schumacher’s work with Stoke City has been evident since last season, where he had the chance to understand the squad better. With the additions made during this summer transfer window, he has been diligently building one of the most competitive Stoke City squads in recent years.
'Be brave, be positive, be us.'
— Stoke City FC (@stokecity) September 13, 2024
The gaffer looks ahead to Saturday’s showdown with Oxford.
This has been evident in preseason and the early part of this campaign, with the team already making significant strides in the Carabao Cup. Now, all eyes are on Steve Schumacher’s lineup for the upcoming match and how the team will perform on the pitch.
One standout part of Schumacher’s statements is his call to be brave, stay positive, and fully trust the work of this team. He emphasized how crucial it has been to see the development of young players early in the season and how his leadership has influenced their performance.
Schumacher also called on the fans to come out in full force, as Stoke City will be playing at home, and The Potters need their supporters to stay motivated and compete at the highest level in this EFL Championship.