Sonia Bompastor, the new head coach of Chelsea Women, shared her excitement about joining the club, working with the talented players, and her ambitions to win the Champions League. She emphasized the importance of building on the legacy left by former coach Emma Hayes and bringing her own personal touch to the team.
Having achieved success both as a player and a coach in the Champions League, Sonia highlighted the winning mentality already present in the group and expressed her desire to help the players reach their full potential on the field. She discussed the pressure of managing big players and personalities, stressing the importance of having a talented squad to achieve the team’s goals.
Sonia acknowledged the competitiveness of the Women’s Super League (WSL) and expressed her eagerness to experience the league firsthand. She mentioned the strong competition from clubs like Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United, and looked forward to playing in front of passionate fans in exciting matchups.
In terms of connecting with the Chelsea supporters, Sonia emphasized the importance of putting on a good performance for the fans and making sure they enjoy watching the team play. She expressed her excitement about meeting the fans, engaging with them, and working towards achieving success together throughout the season.
In closing, Sonia conveyed her enthusiasm to join the Chelsea supporters in the stadium, feel their support, and work towards winning games together. She expressed her gratitude for the warm welcome from the club and fans, and reiterated her commitment to giving her all to help the team succeed.