Régis Le Bris
Regis Le Bris, the 50-year-old manager, has been reflecting on his team’s journey and the challenges they face as they aim for European qualification. Having guided his team to promotion in his first season, Le Bris remains optimistic about their chances despite acknowledging the emotional and strategic complexities involved.
Regis Le Bris said: “There are many reasons. Probably the first is the character of the players, they are sometimes emotional, but they have strong personalities. We also trust the way we play. We feel that we can control the game. It’s a big achievement as a club. As a manager, I’m getting more experience now. It’s so exciting to challenge the best managers in the league. One game you can win, the other game you can lose, but we feel the quality of the management and the gameplan, so, it’s a really good environment.”
Le Bris emphasized the importance of player character and the trust in their playing style, which he believes allows them to control games effectively. The manager expressed his excitement about competing against top managers in the league, acknowledging the learning experience that comes with both victories and defeats.
Regis Le Bris added: “I’m happy. Against a tough opponent in a tough place, the result went well. It wasn’t easy. In the first half I thought we had good control without the ability to trouble the opponents’ box really. So, conceding this goal on a set-piece, the second phase is unlucky, but it is what it is. We knew they were strong on this phase. During half-time we agreed it was important to take more risks, even if it meant that the game became a bit more unbalanced for transitions, but I think it went well. It’s very important to mention the substitutions.”
Le Bris highlighted the challenges faced during their recent match, particularly the difficulty in breaking down a strong opponent. Despite conceding a goal from a set-piece, he praised the team’s ability to adapt by taking calculated risks, which ultimately paid off.
Regis Le Bris said: “It’s on [for Europe] but it’s not done. So, from previous experiences, the most important thing is to stay focused on our standards. When we start dreaming, probably it’s a distraction. We had this experience at home a few weeks ago and it was painful. The opponent next week at the Stadium of Light (Chelsea) will be strong. We have to be at our best and to do that we need to train properly, and I hope with our fans we have the power and the energy to give our best.”
Looking ahead, Le Bris remains cautious about their European ambitions, stressing the need to maintain focus and avoid distractions. He acknowledged the upcoming challenge against Chelsea, emphasizing the importance of preparation and the support of their fans.
Regis Le Bris continued: “At the moment it’s not on, so if it’s the case at the end of the last game, we’ll have this conversation. Before, it’s about a really good season, we hit the 40-point target early but while we’ve been a bit inconsistent after that, the team have shown that they are still ambitious and have played good football, so now we have an opportunity to play a really exciting fixture at home and we’ll see.”
Le Bris concluded by reflecting on the season’s achievements, noting the early attainment of their 40-point target and the team’s ongoing ambition. He remains optimistic about the exciting fixture ahead and the potential for a successful end to the season.
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