Bolton Manager Ian Evatt is taking a different approach compared to other League One managers as his team prepares to face Birmingham City. While many managers have been quick to make excuses, citing Birmingham’s financial advantages and managing expectations, Evatt is choosing not to use that as an excuse. Despite serving a three-game ban and watching from the stands, Evatt praised Chris Davies for creating a strong team from the resources available to him.
“It is a big test for everyone, me and the team,” Evatt said in an interview with Bolton News. “I am not going to sit here and start moaning about finances because you shouldn’t be jealous of what other people are doing.”
He acknowledged that Birmingham City is a unique team in League One, with significant resources and a successful start to the season. The last time Bolton played at St Andrew’s @Knighthead Park was in February 2019, where they secured a victory with a goal from Callum Connolly against Garry Monk’s side.
Bolton Wanderers are coming into the game with a four-game winning streak in the league and currently sit in 11th place, only three points behind third-placed Wycombe. This game against Birmingham City will be a test for both teams, and Evatt is focused on the challenge ahead without making excuses about financial disparities.
It’s clear that Evatt has a lot of respect for Birmingham City and their coach, acknowledging their strengths and the difficulties they pose to opposing teams. The upcoming match will be a true test for Bolton Wanderers, and Evatt is approaching it with a positive mindset.
As fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of the game, it will be interesting to see how both teams perform on the field. Evatt’s refusal to dwell on financial differences and his focus on the task at hand could serve as a motivating factor for his team as they prepare to face Birmingham City.