Championship Fixture: Ipswich Welcome City in East Anglian Derby
Ahead of the eagerly awaited match, the team's manager stressed the need for his players to show both passion and composure.
He stated: "Of course it's essential to be forceful in duels, the non-negotiable elements that supporters expect, but at the same time, it's crucial not to be reckless and hurt the team."
"There is invariably that fine line and that's what happens in local clashes. That bandwidth of control probably gets narrower since obviously, players are highly motivated."
Having connections in both clubs, the manager Manning featured for each side in earlier years and started his coaching career in Ipswich's academy. So, what does this game mean to him?
"I'm fortunate to have this role, I'm very privileged. I made many compromises and put in tremendous effort to get here - and I continue to work hard and undertake numerous sacrifices."
"I can't wait, I'm excited about it. Naturally we are determined to travel there and win and enter the international break with a good feeling."
Important Points:
- Emphasis on balancing emotion with discipline
- Steering clear of recklessness to prevent harming the side
- Manager's personal ties to both teams
- Desire to achieve a win before the international break
