By PON_News
Stuart Maynard, head coach of Notts County, shared his reflections on his team's recent performance and their upcoming match against Crewe Alexandra in a pre-match interview.
Maynard expressed satisfaction with his team's adaptability and defensive solidity, highlighting the progress made since his appointment.
In the interview, Maynard praised his team's performance in the recent game against Wrexham, emphasising their defensive resilience and overall cohesion. "I thought it was an excellent all-round performance," Maynard remarked, commending his squad for their defensive prowess and confidence.
He emphasised that even during moments of pressure, his team stood firm, showcasing a united front on the field. "Even in the second half when we came out, and they had their spell for about eight minutes, we defended our goal really well," he said. "To not concede within that moment was huge, and it's a huge confidence boost for the whole squad defensively."
Regarding the controversial goal against Wrexham, Maynard stated that the team had moved on from the incident, focusing instead on the positives from the game and preparing for the upcoming challenges. "For us internally as a management team and a group, we've kind of parked it," he explained. "There's nothing we can do to affect that. We're just looking at the positives from the game and moving on now, focusing on Crewe."
Reflecting on his first month in charge, Maynard acknowledged the tough competition in League Two but expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete. He emphasised the importance of taking each game as it comes and focusing on performance rather than the league table. "Performance levels have been really high, and I think we warrant probably more points," Maynard said. "So that's the positive to come out of it. It's something that we're looking forward to. We just got to make sure we go game by game."
Maynard also praised his players' adaptability, noting their seamless transition between formations during matches. He credited the squad for their willingness to learn and implement tactical instructions, highlighting their versatility on the pitch. "It's a huge credit to the group of lads that we've got that they've taken on the detail," he emphasised. "We've not been in the building that long, and they've taken on the info really well."
Looking ahead to the clash with Crewe Alexandra, Maynard acknowledged the challenge posed by the opposition but remained optimistic about his team's chances. He emphasised the importance of being clinical in both attack and defence and stressed the significance of scoring the first goal in such crucial encounters. "I think in different ways, yes, it's one of our toughest tests yet," Maynard admitted. "They're very adaptable as well. They've changed their shape in a number of games as well, so they're very adaptable, and I feel it'll be a good tactical game on Saturday."
Stuart Maynard's reflections ahead of the Crewe clash underscored his confidence in the team's abilities and his belief in their capacity to compete at the highest level in League Two. He reiterated the importance of maintaining focus, adaptability, and a positive mindset as they continue their campaign in the challenging league.
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