QPR Manager Marti Cifuentes Stays Positive On Survival Chances Post Middlesbrough Setback

Despite a recent setback with a 2-0 defeat at home to Middlesbrough, QPR's manager Marti Cifuentes remains optimistic about the club's chances of avoiding relegation. The loss at Loftus Road halted QPR's unbeaten streak, which included a notable victory against league leaders Leicester and a draw with West Brom. This defeat leaves QPR just one point above Sheffield Wednesday, who are in the relegation zone.

Cifuentes expressed his unwavering belief in the team's ability to achieve their goal of staying up, despite acknowledging the difficulty of their situation. He emphasized the unrealistic expectations of winning every game and highlighted the challenges faced by the team, especially following a demanding schedule.

The match against Middlesbrough saw QPR unable to maintain their first-half performance, with goals from Emmanuel Latte Lath and Marcus Forss in the second half securing the win for Boro. Cifuentes pointed out the impact of a demanding schedule on his team's energy levels, especially after an intense game against West Brom.

On the other side, Middlesbrough's manager Michael Carrick praised his team's spirit following back-to-back wins, which have kept their slim promotion hopes alive. Carrick highlighted the character and unity of his squad during challenging times and expressed satisfaction with their recent performances.

Latte Lath opened the scoring for Middlesbrough in the 64th minute, capitalizing on QPR's inability to clear a free-kick. Forss then extended Boro's lead with a goal following a counter-attack. Carrick commended his team's work ethic and determination to secure the win, emphasizing the importance of belief and self-confidence.

As both teams look ahead to their upcoming fixtures before the international break, Cifuentes' confidence in QPR's survival fight contrasts with Carrick's focus on maintaining Middlesbrough's momentum. The battle at both ends of the table continues to be fiercely contested as teams strive for their respective goals.