It is essential for Stoke City to secure victories in the upcoming matches. The next two games will be particularly tough, and after these, there will be a break due to the international window, allowing some of Stoke City’s players to represent their national teams.
This period will also give Narcis Pelach the opportunity to work closely with the players who remain. These two matches are against Blackburn Rovers (away) and Millwall (home). Stoke City is determined to claim all six points from these games to climb further up the standings and move away from the relegation zone, where they currently hover too close for comfort.
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A Positive Mindset from Narcis Pelach Drives Stoke City Forward
The recent match against Derby County was a display of Stoke City's ability to rise to the challenge, with the enthusiastic support of their fans at the Bet365 Stadium. It was encouraging to witness the team’s dynamic play and the well-earned goals by Tom Cannon from the penalty spot and Ben Gibson with a header after a brilliant cross from Bae Jun-ho.
These players are proving to be increasingly vital to Stoke City thanks to their individual skills. Narcis Pelach encourages this development, knowing that while teamwork is crucial, these individual talents can often turn a game in their favor.
Stoke City’s players must stay focused on building a winning mentality, one that honors the club’s proud history. While competing in the EFL Championship, they are determined to reach the Premier League, where they believe they truly belong, competing among England's top clubs. To achieve this, they need to continue building a competitive squad and proving their resilience game after game.
Aiming to Break Negative Streaks Against Blackburn and Millwall
The two upcoming matches are against teams with challenging records for Stoke City. Their last two meetings with Blackburn Rovers ended in defeat, and their record against Millwall is similarly difficult, with one draw, three losses, and only one win in their last five encounters. Stoke City is focused on reversing these trends and building a competitive roster that can consistently contend for promotion back to the Premier League.