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Ian Holloway praises Swindon Town's fighting spirit despite winless run
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Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway has praised his squad's determination following their recent draw against Walsall, as the team looks to recover from a difficult period.
Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway has expressed his pride in the commitment of his players, insisting the squad is showing the necessary grit to turn their season around. Despite a 1-1 draw against Walsall extending the team’s winless streak to six matches, Holloway highlighted the desire shown by his side to fight for the badge.
The Robins have faced significant disruption in recent weeks, with a mounting injury list forcing the manager to experiment with his tactical formation. Goals have proven difficult to come by, with Aaron Drinan’s strike against Walsall marking only the second goal the team has scored during this challenging six-game period.
Addressing the current form, Holloway remarked: "What we have got to do is dig in, and I thought every single one of them boys fought like a dying tiger to stay alive. I thought there were so many last-ditch challenges that were marvellous, showing everything that they feel about the club."
While acknowledging that the team’s performances have not yet reached the level of fluidity he expects, the manager remains optimistic that the current work rate will provide the foundation for better results. He noted that the injury situation has limited his ability to make tactical adjustments, but insisted that the players are responding to the challenge with unity.
Goalkeeper Connor Ripley has previously voiced his support for the manager, stating that the players remain fully committed to the cause. Holloway indicated that the focus remains on maintaining this defensive resilience as they look towards their next fixtures. "I'm going to support them until I can't breathe anymore," Holloway added. "I'll make you believe in yourself more than you ever dreamed you could, and that's what I endeavour to do."
With a demanding schedule ahead, the manager’s emphasis on collective responsibility suggests a tactical focus on defensive stability as the club attempts to climb back up the table.
Source: Wiltshire Times — Sport · View original