OTHER Jérémy Taravel is deeply frustrated. The young coach of RSC Anderlecht sees the same problem recurring week after week, but has yet to find a conclusive explanation. Why are his players consistently unprepared at kickoff?
After the painful defeat against Cercle Brugge, which narrowly cost the club a spot in the playoffs, Taravel did not mince words. He particularly criticized the lack of commitment and focus. That is striking, because discipline and a strong work ethic were precisely the qualities that defined his own career.
The former defender, who retired from soccer in 2022 following Mouscron's bankruptcy, is known for his conscientious attitude. That is precisely why he is now met with incomprehension. “I can't explain it,” he admitted. “We prepare everything, but it doesn't come together on the field.”
Doubt also seems to be prevalent within the squad. Forward Adriano Bertaccini even suggested that the team might be suffering from stress at the start of the match. A striking statement that points to a mental block.
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