Steven Schumacher Urges Stoke City Players to Maintain Momentum Against Huddersfield!
As Stoke City prepares to face Huddersfield Town in a crucial Championship encounter at the bet365 Stadium, assistant manager Steven Schumacher is rallying his team to secure another vital victory to build on their recent success.
Following a significant 2-0 win over Hull City on Good Friday, Stoke City finds themselves in a more comfortable position, sitting 17th in the table and five points above the relegation-threatened trio of Birmingham, Huddersfield, and Sheffield Wednesday, with the latter two currently occupying spots in the bottom three. With Birmingham facing Preston and Wednesday taking on Middlesbrough, Stoke has the opportunity to further distance themselves from the relegation battle.
With seven games left in the season, Schumacher emphasizes the importance of maintaining momentum and consistency. He stresses the need for Stoke to replicate their recent performance against Hull City, acknowledging that consistency will be crucial in easing the pressure in the intense Championship battle.
Stoke City has shown signs of improvement, securing nine points out of a possible fifteen since late February when they found themselves in the relegation zone. Now, as they return home for a double header, with West Bromwich Albion awaiting them after the Huddersfield clash, Stoke aims to continue their positive run and enhance their home record.
Although Stoke has struggled in front of their home fans in recent times, the team sees this upcoming stretch of home games as an opportunity to solidify their place in the division for the next season. Schumacher remains focused on the task at hand, emphasizing the importance of consistent performances to secure the necessary points.
In terms of player fitness, Stoke has been monitoring the condition of Enda Stevens, who recently made his first appearance since December, while Mehdi Leris is expected to be fit after sustaining a minor injury in his return. Additionally, Wouter Burger is available for selection following a two-game suspension.
With the stakes high and the season nearing its conclusion, Stoke City is determined to capitalize on their recent successes and continue their climb up the championship table.
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