Rob Edwards stated that the team will not slack off and the players will continue to give their all to stay in the Premier League.
2026-04-18 11:47
Despite the team's dire situation, Rob Edwards maintains that the players will not relax and will continue to fight for a place in the Premier League. Prior to the 25-day break, the team had enjoyed a good run of form, but last weekend's defeat to West Ham United has pushed Wolves back to the brink of relegation. Therefore, they must secure three points against Leeds United on Saturday to stabilize their situation.
Even if they only manage a point at Elland Road, the team could still risk relegation if the results of their other matches this weekend are unfavorable. However, regardless of the final season outcome, the manager remains optimistic about the club's future.
Rob Edwards said: "Every team loses and drops points in this league. The result was indeed disappointing, and the manner and timing of the second and third goals may have affected everyone's judgment of the whole game. Because we played very well in the first half and played some great combinations, but the final result was not ideal."
"But we cannot be discouraged by this. We must continue to move in the right direction and do what we are supposed to do. Although we have achieved some good results and had some outstanding performances, it is possible to drop points in this league. Once we lose focus or make a mistake, we will pay the price."
"Putting the last game aside, we've actually shown our strength. We won some key matches and responded well against strong teams. We want to get as many points as possible to achieve a better ranking, that's our goal. At the same time, it's very important to maintain our current form because we hope to carry this momentum into next season, and even into the preseason."
Speaking about their opponents, Leeds United, Rob Edwards said: "They have been playing exceptionally well, and for a long time they have been performing above what the league rankings suggest. They have a lot of excellent players, a distinctive style of play, aggressive and energetic, fast-paced and high-intensity."
“Last year, as an observer, I thought Leeds United were performing exceptionally well. They were a very strong team, it felt like playing against a Premier League team in the Championship. This year they have made some adjustments and their signings have been very successful, so they are now stronger overall and in great form.”
“He will certainly be pleased with how they have performed this season. Although they haven’t secured the win yet, they have put themselves in a very favorable position. It will be a very tough game, but our players are well aware of that and are very much looking forward to it. So going to Elland Road will be a good experience, the atmosphere there is always excellent, and their last away win against Manchester United will give them confidence.”
Finally, when discussing the squad planning for next season, the manager said: "We must arrange everything properly. For any football club, signings often determine success or failure. We need to do a good job in the summer transfer window. We knew from the beginning that it would be a huge challenge, and it's impossible to solve everything in just one window. We need time, and I think everyone understands that."
"The club and fans will be disappointed, but we have indeed made many mistakes over the years and need to gradually correct them. This cannot be accomplished in one transfer window, and we still have a lot of work to do. However, I am still excited. There are many excellent people here, and some good plans are progressing. There are also some outstanding players in the team, and we very much hope to continue working with them next year, but ultimately, only time will tell. Although the current situation is not easy, there is still something to look forward to, and we hope to lead the club back to its peak."
“I am confident in the club’s performance in the coming period. Everyone is more focused on the present, so we must finish the season as strongly as possible, with the next game against Leeds United coming up. We will work hard in the next few weeks and also hope to improve our ranking and strive to recreate the glory of the past decade.”
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