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Harris: Cup Exit a Blessing Amidst Fixture Chaos
3 Dec
Summary
- Manager Neil Harris views cup exit as beneficial due to a packed schedule.
- Cambridge United faces 12 more matches before the end of January.
- Team selection for upcoming league games is prioritized over cup competition.
Cambridge United's manager, Neil Harris, has embraced the team's exit from the Vertu Trophy, deeming it a "blessing" amidst a demanding fixture schedule. Harris emphasized that the club's primary focus must remain on league performance, particularly with an upcoming league match against Chesterfield. He highlighted the significant number of games scheduled for December and January, stating that being out of the cup competition will allow the team to better manage player fitness.
The U's experienced a penalty shootout loss to Bristol Rovers in their last 32 game, after staging a comeback from a two-goal deficit to draw 2-2. Despite this result, Harris's strategic outlook prioritizes the league campaign. The team is preparing for an FA Cup second-round tie against Stockport County this Saturday, but Harris suggested that player availability for crucial league fixtures is the main concern.
With injuries affecting the squad and some players unable to consistently play consecutive games, Harris anticipates that team selections for upcoming matches might surprise some observers. His core objective is to ensure the best possible team is available for the vital Tuesday match against Chesterfield and the subsequent Saturday fixture against MK Dons.
