McKenna: Ipswich fate still in their hands despite not winning any of their last three matches. ..

Kieran McKenna, the manager of Ipswich Town, has expressed his concerns about the challenges the club is currently facing. The team, known as the Tractor Boys, has been grappling with significant injuries recently, which has depleted their squad depth, particularly in crucial positions, impacting their performance during a critical phase of the season. McKenna acknowledges the intensity his players are enduring due to these injuries and emphasizes the need for greater depth in the squad.

Reflecting on the competitive landscape of the Championship, McKenna highlights the struggle of top teams like Ipswich, Leicester City, and Leeds United, who have collectively dropped 26 points in their last five games. This has created a level playing field at the top of the table, presenting the possibility of an upset from teams like Southampton.

McKenna, who recently received the Manager of the Season award, attributes some of Ipswich’s struggles to the lack of options in certain positions within the team. He points out that injuries to key players like George Hirst and Wes Burns have forced other players to log significant minutes on the pitch, leading to fatigue and physical strain.

Despite the recent winless streak, Ipswich still holds its fate in its own hands. McKenna suggests that an unexpected standout performance from a player like Ali-Al Hamadi or Kayden Jackson could provide the necessary boost for the team to secure one of the top two spots in the league standings.