Pereira Praises Men’s First-Team for Their True Team Spirit

Wolverhampton Wanderers recently exited the Carabao Cup after a thrilling match against Chelsea, where they showed remarkable resilience despite their loss. Head coach Vitor Pereira highlighted the team’s fighting spirit during the second half as a key takeaway that could positively influence their performance in the Premier League.

Pereira Praises Team Spirit After Carabao Cup Exit

In the match held at Molineux, Wolves made significant changes to the lineup from their previous clash against Burnley. This led to a disjointed first half, where Wolves found themselves trailing 3-0 at one point. However, Pereira focused on the positive aspects of the team’s character and motivation displayed in the second half.

Second Half Performance

During the second half, Wolves scored three goals, showing a fighting spirit that Pereira believes could propel the team forward in upcoming fixtures. The coach remarked, “What a second half! We had only players who have not been playing for a long time, and we struggled initially.”

• First half: Wolves conceded three goals.
• Second half: Wolves scored three goals and showed improved form.

Pereira took responsibility for the team’s early performance but was pleased with their comeback. He stated, “I want to see tactical organization and the spirit that we have as a team.” He expressed that the supporters played a crucial role in energizing the team during their fightback.

Looking Ahead to Fulham

The head coach stressed the importance of maintaining this fighting spirit ahead of their next Premier League match against Fulham. He emphasized that the team must carry this confidence into future games. “If we play as we played in the second half, we can compete with every team,” he asserted.

Team Character and Motivation

Pereira acknowledged that the team is currently in a challenging period but expressed confidence in their ability to turn things around. “The spirit of this team gives me the confidence that we can change everything with a win,” he stated. He noted the players’ determination even when down by three goals, emphasizing how impressive it was to score three goals against Chelsea.

Building Momentum

Moving forward, Pereira believes that a victory could significantly boost the team’s confidence. “With our supporters and by playing like we did in the second half, we can overcome this situation,” he remarked.

Regarding individual player development, Pereira mentioned Tolu Arokodare’s progress. “His fitness is improving, and he is more connected with his teammates,” he said, indicating that Arokodare is becoming a valuable asset for the team as they look to improve their standing in the league.

Pereira’s focus on team spirit and resilience sets a positive tone for Wolves as they gear up for the challenges ahead.