“It’s a significant development having Ed Sheeran involved,” claimed Ian Holloway when discussing Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna.
The Championship has witnessed an exceptional season for Ipswich Town, and pundit Holloway commended McKenna for fostering a strong team spirit within the club.
After earning promotion from League One last season, Ipswich smoothly transitioned to the Championship, consistently holding a place in the automatic promotion spots throughout the season. With just two losses in their initial 22 league games, Ipswich’s performance has been commendable. However, a recent 2-2 draw against Norwich City marked a moment of disappointment.
Despite the setback, Holloway acknowledged McKenna for instilling a sense of togetherness at Portman Road. Praising McKenna’s ability to create unity, Holloway drew on his own experience of building camaraderie during his successful promotion campaign with Blackpool in 2010.
Currently sitting in second place, Ipswich Town maintains a 10-point lead over third-placed Leeds United and fourth-placed Southampton. As they prepare for a crucial match against Leeds, Holloway emphasized the importance of team bonding, recalling unconventional methods he employed to motivate his players, such as renting out a water park or organizing unexpected activities like poker tournaments.
Holloway highlighted that McKenna, shaped by his background at Manchester United, understands the seriousness of football but also appreciates the significance of letting the team relax and engage in different activities. The mention of involving Ed Sheeran in the team’s activities was described by Holloway as a special and noteworthy move.
Looking ahead, Holloway credited McKenna for the cohesion achieved at Ipswich and emphasized that, despite facing challenges in upcoming matches against Leeds and Leicester City, the team’s resilient character has been evident throughout the season, making them a force to be reckoned with in the pursuit of promotion.
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