Huddersfield Town Team News: Michael Duff Dealing with Striker Shortage
Huddersfield Town assistant head coach Martin Paterson is looking ahead to tomorrow’s EFL Trophy clash against Doncaster Rovers as a crucial opportunity for his team to bounce back from recent defeats. The Terriers will face off against the League Two side in an away fixture on Tuesday evening, with Paterson emphasizing the importance of getting back to winning ways.
After suffering losses to Walsall and Rotherham United in their last two matches, Huddersfield Town is eager to turn things around. Paterson believes that competing in the EFL Trophy provides a chance for the team to regain their winning momentum and showcase their determination on the field.
“I think it has value because it’s another game of football to go and compete and win,” Paterson stated. “Regardless of what competition or cup it is, regardless of what team we select, we’re there to compete and play hard.”
The Terriers started the season strongly with four consecutive victories but stumbled in their recent matches, where they were reduced to 10 men. Despite the setbacks, Paterson remains optimistic about the team’s potential and is focused on delivering an improved performance in the upcoming game.
“We know that we just dipped our concentration and our quality, so we don’t look for excuses,” Paterson acknowledged. “The important thing after football games is understanding why you’ve lost, and quickly looking it in its face and working hard to correct.”
Huddersfield Town’s attack is facing challenges due to several key players being unavailable. With Josh Koroma and Callum Marshall on international duty and Rhys Healey and Bojan Radulovic sidelined with injuries, the team is left with limited options up front. Danny Ward, the only senior striker available, will be leading the line for the Terriers in the EFL Trophy match.
Despite the shortage in attack, Paterson sees this as an opportunity to give younger players a chance to shine and prove themselves on the field. “It leaves us light for this game, but what is important is it’s an opportunity for some younger players to showcase themselves and put on a Huddersfield Town shirt,” he explained.
With a mix of senior and youth players expected to feature in the upcoming game, Paterson emphasized the importance of not underestimating the competition and utilizing the opportunity to develop young talents within the squad. “Throughout the manager’s history, he’s always looked to sprinkle a few youngsters into this game to develop them, because that’s important too,” Paterson noted.
As Huddersfield Town prepares to face Doncaster Rovers in the EFL Trophy, the team is determined to put on a strong performance and compete for a victory. Despite the challenges they have faced in recent matches, the Terriers are focused on regaining their winning form and making a statement in the competition. Supporters can expect an exciting and competitive match as Huddersfield Town looks to overcome adversity and showcase their resilience on the field.