QPR secured an impressive 4-2 victory against Stoke City on Tuesday evening, propelling themselves higher in the Championship standings. The Spanish manager achieved his inaugural win since assuming control of the QPR first-team squad at the close of the previous month.
Goals from Lyndon Dykes (twice), an own goal by Ben Pearson, and a strike from Chris Willock secured a thrilling win for the London-based club.
With this win, QPR narrowed the gap to three points from safety, marking only their third league victory of the season. Under Cifuentes’ guidance, the team has recorded one win, two draws, and one loss in the last four games, elevating them to 22nd place in the Championship table.
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What has Martí Cifuentes said to QPR supporters following Stoke win?
Cifuentes recently shared a social media post featuring his team celebrating their triumph over Stoke City on Tuesday night. Expressing gratitude, he thanked the supporters for their backing during the clash at Loftus Road, emphasizing unity with the message “All together!” via his personal Twitter account.
The 41-year-old manager is optimistic that the home victory will serve as a catalyst for improved performance throughout the season.
QPR has faced significant challenges in form over the past year, with previous managers Neil Critchley and Gareth Ainsworth unable to reverse the team’s fortunes. Cifuentes, arriving from Hammarby IK in Sweden, established himself as a promising and dynamic manager before taking on his first role in English football.
His main aim is to guide Rangers out of the relegation zone in the upcoming weeks. The five points accumulated under his guidance constitute 38 percent of QPR’s total points in this campaign, achieved in just 22 percent of the games played so far.
Despite this positive progress, the London club is only three points adrift of Huddersfield Town in 21st place, having played an additional game.
The extent of QPR’s activity in the upcoming January transfer window is uncertain, especially considering their limited number of acquisitions last summer.
Having narrowly escaped relegation by six points in the previous season, many anticipated the club to face another struggle at the bottom of the league standings this year.
However, the recent 4-2 victory against Stoke City could serve as a source of encouragement for supporters and inject renewed confidence into the squad. This win might instill the belief within the team that they can secure survival this season.
Can Martí Cifuentes bring QPR forward?
Cifuentes has had a promising beginning at QPR, securing five points from his initial four games in charge. With December presenting a packed schedule, it becomes a pivotal period for the club. A successful run during this time could potentially propel the team out of the relegation zone.
His efforts to introduce a more appealing style of play have already shown signs of advancement. This approach is crucial in maintaining the fans’ support, particularly during challenging phases, now that he has garnered positive outcomes.
The 41-year-old’s strong start is promising, and supporters are optimistic that it signifies a positive trajectory for the team in the future.
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