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Stoke City control their own destiny with four games left in the season. Stoke City have hit top form at just the right time, according […]
Stoke City control their own destiny with four games left in the season. Stoke City have hit top form at just the right time, according […]
Stoke City striker Sam Gallagher received high praise from manager Mark Robins after coming on as a substitute in their crucial 1-0 victory over Cardiff City. With the team fighting to avoid relegation, Gallagher’s impact was key in helping the Potters secure three important points. Robins, speaking after the match, acknowledged the tense atmosphere at the Cardiff City Stadium and praised Gallagher for his efforts, noting that the tactical substitution was aimed at applying pressure in the second half.
Gallagher, who joined Stoke last summer, has been a valuable addition to the squad, offering depth and experience in attack. Despite dealing with injuries earlier in the season, he has contributed three goals in 19 appearances so far. With just four games left, Gallagher will play a vital role in Stoke’s efforts to maintain their Championship status, and Robins will need to decide whether to start him in the upcoming fixtures against Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United.
With the Championship season entering its final stretch, Monday night’s clash between Hull City and Coventry City carries weight at both ends of the table. Coventry, despite a dip in form, have the opportunity to climb into the play-off positions with a win — a result that would put real distance between them and the chasing pack. Hull, meanwhile, are teetering dangerously close to the relegation zone and desperately need points to stay afloat. As tension builds, even the experts can’t agree on what to expect, with predictions ranging from a goalless draw to a dramatic Coventry win. One thing’s certain: the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Ahead of Stoke City’s crucial match against Cardiff City, Mark Robins expressed optimism despite the challenges his team faces. With only five matches remaining in the Championship season, Stoke are sitting just two points above the relegation zone, making the Cardiff clash a potentially season-defining encounter. Robins remains positive after an unbeaten run since the international break, with a win over QPR and draws against Preston North End and Luton Town. “Those performances are the things that start to pick up points,” Robins said, emphasizing that Stoke are building momentum.
While the late equalizer conceded to Luton could have been a morale blow, Robins remains focused on the task ahead. “For us it’s all to play for,” he said, highlighting the opportunities still available for his side to survive. With key players like Josh Wilson-Esbrand nearing a return, Stoke’s injury issues seem to be easing, which could prove vital in the final stretch of the season. Robins also praised the unwavering support from Stoke’s fans, with over 1,600 supporters making the long trip to Cardiff. “They’ve been vocal in a really positive way,” Robins added, acknowledging the vital role the fans play as the team battles to retain their Championship status.
Sheffield Wednesday prepare to welcome relegation-threatened Oxford United to Hillsborough this afternoon, aiming to claim their first home win since New Year’s Day. While the Owls have steadied their season and face no immediate danger, the same cannot be said for Oxford, who are fighting to avoid the drop after a tough campaign on the road.
All eyes will be on the midfield battle, where former Wednesday favourite Will Vaulks is expected to play a key role for the visitors. Now a driving force under new Oxford boss Gary Rowett, Vaulks brings both experience and emotion into the clash—qualities that Owls manager Danny Röhl is keenly aware of. Yet, Röhl insists the focus remains on his own team’s performance: “We play at home, and I want us to control the game, dictate the rhythm, and show our quality. If we do the basics right, we have what it takes to win.”
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Stoke City’s hopes of a crucial win were dashed once again in heart-wrenching fashion, as a 90th-minute equaliser from Luton Town saw them settle for a 1-1 draw at the bet365 Stadium. In a game loaded with tension and high stakes, Lewis Baker’s deflected free-kick gave Stoke the lead late on, only for the familiar sting of stoppage-time heartbreak to strike. It’s the third time in just six matches that the Potters have let vital points slip away in the dying moments — a trend that now threatens to drag them deeper into the relegation mire with just five games remaining.
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