INTERVIEWS – 1B The RSCA Futures are approaching the confectioners’ break a week in advance and not without concern. Last Saturday’s defeat against Francs Borains places the Anderlecht U23 team in an unenviable position. Coach Jelle Coen is aware that the second round results must be much better.
« Francs Borains played with a low block and constantly speculated on a quick conversion, only to come out dangerously on the counter. The heavy pitch at the Roi Baudouin stadium didn’t work in our favor either. Indeed, our trademark is careful and technical football. Finally, I tried to get a draw by bringing in additional offensive forces, but it didn’t work ».
After 12 out of 18, the RSCA Futures are 0 out of 6 as the winter break approaches. “ We are training again this week. It’s time to rest and reflect, because in the second round we really need to improve our results. I’m not worried, but some things have to change if we don’t want to fight until the end of the season to maintain our position. We have already done our assessment, we are constantly working on it. It should be clear that adjustments are necessary and that we must and will take concrete action on certain points. Does this mean reinforcements are on the way? There is a chance, we always keep an eye on the market. The goal is to also play in the Challenger Pro League next season. It is important for the development of our young people, who must progress towards the A team», concludes Coen.
Source: HLN
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