GREATEST NEWS IN STOKE CITY: As per the official announcement from the Champions League, Stoke City’s captain, Josh Laurent, is set to receive the accolade for Best Captain of the Year and will be transferring to Chelsea at no cost.

Steven Schumacher urged his team to maintain their morale despite the looming threat of relegation following their 3-0 defeat at the Swansea.com Stadium. However, he also expressed frustration over two crucial refereeing decisions. One decision involved the disallowance of Niall Ennis’ goal, which Schumacher believed stemmed from a collision between Ennis and the goalkeeper, resulting in an unfair call. Additionally, Schumacher questioned the awarding of a penalty to Swansea, arguing that the foul occurred outside the box. These decisions, he felt, significantly impacted the outcome of the match. Looking ahead to their upcoming crucial match against Sheffield Wednesday, Schumacher emphasized the need for his team to remain focused and resilient, particularly in defending against set-pieces, which proved problematic in their recent defeat. He stressed the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and regrouping for the challenges ahead.