Cifuentes Considering Squad Changes Ahead of Crucial QPR Clash with Plymouth…
Ahead of a pivotal Championship encounter with fellow strugglers Plymouth Argyle, Marti Cifuentes is contemplating adjustments to QPR’s lineup.
Jack Colback and Michael Frey, absent in the previous match against Sheffield Wednesday, are potential inclusions for the squad heading to Home Park.
The forthcoming Tuesday fixture holds immense significance for both teams – a victory could propel Cifuentes’ side to 49 points, edging them closer to safety and establishing a five-point buffer ahead of Plymouth.
Conversely, a triumph for Argyle would see them leapfrog Rangers in the standings.
Cifuentes faces pivotal decisions in player selection amidst a congested and crucial phase of fixtures.
“We’ll assess our options. I need to deliberate on our approach,” remarked the R’s manager.
“I’m focused on optimizing the players’ performances and utilizing them to our advantage,” he added.
Navigating through a demanding fixture list at this juncture of the season poses challenges for all teams, but as the campaign enters its final stretch, Cifuentes emphasizes the necessity of extracting the best from every player.
The defeat suffered at the hands of Sheffield Wednesday over the weekend dealt a significant blow to Rangers, who had previously surged six points clear of the relegation zone with consecutive victories.
Despite this setback, Tuesday’s match offers another opportunity for QPR to take a significant stride towards securing their Championship status.
“We’re approaching it as another decisive encounter,” remarked Cifuentes.
“Upon my arrival, we acknowledged the arduous circumstances, yet we’ve managed to position ourselves more favorably than a month, three months, or even five months ago,” he continued.
Reflecting on the progress made, Cifuentes expressed satisfaction, asserting that the current scenario would have been deemed acceptable not long ago. However, he underlined the importance of remaining grounded and focused amidst challenges.
“While defeats may occur, our priority is to deliver our best performance and strive for a positive outcome at Plymouth,” Cifuentes concluded.
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