In this content, it is reported that City suffered their eighth defeat in eleven matches, leaving them in 17th place in the league. This poor performance led to calls for the head coach David Wagner, the board, and the outgoing sporting director Stuart Webber to leave the club. The defeat came as Gabby Sara scored in stoppage time against 10-man Rovers, making it an even more frustrating result for City. There was increasing pressure on Wagner, who spoke to reporters after the match.
Wagner expressed his willingness to turn things around if given the chance, but stated that he wasn’t the right person to ask about his future at the club. He mentioned that there were no discussions about his future with Stuart or Neil Adams prior to the game. However, he acknowledged that the team’s recent form was not good enough and that they needed to make changes quickly. When asked about who was to blame for the poor results, Wagner took responsibility and refused to place blame on his players.
Although the topic of resigning was brought up, Wagner stated that it was not in his character to do so. However, he acknowledged that the team’s results and performances were not up to the level they expected from themselves. When asked about the fans’ opinion of him, Wagner noted that it was up to them and he understood if they had made up their minds.
Overall, the content highlights City’s ongoing struggles, particularly with their recent defeat and the pressure on head coach David Wagner. Despite the calls for his departure, Wagner expressed his determination to turn things around, taking responsibility for the team’s poor performances. It remains uncertain whether he will be given the chance to continue as head coach, with discussions about his future yet to take place.
