Premier League 2 preview: Sharpening focus and building resilience

Youth coach Filipe Coelho discusses the upcoming game happening on Friday. The Blues will be playing against Everton in their second Premier League 2 home game at Kingsmeadow. The match is scheduled to start at 7pm.

Filipe Coelho was not happy with Chelsea Under-21s' loss to Tottenham Hotspur last week. It was a missed chance to get our first points of the season against the team that won the Premier League 2 last year.

Even though facing that obstacle, Coelho intends to see the defeat as a chance to learn and improve. He also aims to boost his team's mindset and tackle the performance issues he noticed in the first game.

Our upcoming opponents, Everton, had a strong beginning to the season, kicking off their Premier League 2 journey with an excellent 3-1 win against Blackburn Rovers. The coach from Portugal recognizes their abilities but is confident that his team will come out on top by concentrating on crucial areas that need improvement.

I explained to the players that losing reveals our true character. It is crucial to figure out how to come together as a team because I am confident that we will play better if the squad trusts in their teammates and our team principles.

The attitude we are focusing on is teamwork, and having a strong team mentality is crucial. Losing reveals true character, so it's essential to develop the character of the players to become a great team. When the team performs well, individual performances will follow naturally.

I informed the guys that I won't be able to focus on improving the football aspect if we don't have a strong team mindset. We need to address some problems that are holding us back. It's a natural part of the process, but it's important for us to come together as a team.

When we face Everton, we aim to continue the strong start we had in the first 20 minutes of the Tottenham match and sustain it for a longer period, not just the first half. We know Everton will also be fighting back, but it's crucial for us to have a steady performance throughout the game and learn from our previous defeat.

Coelho stresses how important it is for players to stay focused all week. Looking back at the previous game, he mentions that Ato Ampah scored the opening goal around the 10-minute mark. But he also saw that the team's focus and positive attitude dropped, especially after Spurs scored their second goal.

We put a lot of attention on ourselves, how we get ready during the week and how we get ready for the game. Our focus is always on improving from our last performance and looking ahead to the next level.

I was happy with how the team played in the first half. But we need to keep our concentration and stay committed. We need to stay competitive, keep fighting through any challenges, and give our best until the end of the game.

In youth football, it's crucial to focus on the things we can handle and work on consistently, and then demonstrate that during the game, which is our top priority. All the players are still in the process of gaining experience and improving their skills.

In just the second week, I can already feel the level of intensity ramping up due to the numerous practice matches we've played. Now that we're facing real competition, the intensity has reached a whole new level.

We have to rest after our games, practice, and review how we played. It's crucial to think about our performance and find ways to get better for the next match. This cycle of thinking and adapting is what separates good players from great players.

The team is performing well and the players are ready to improve, compete, and battle for the win.

The 39-year-old finished by coming back to the significance of working together and his desire to see more harmony among his team.

I am looking for strong team dynamics, a united team mentality, and a confident attitude. It's important for the players to demonstrate determination, especially when facing challenges on the field. It is okay to experience setbacks in football, but it's crucial to take charge and be accountable for your performance.

I am looking forward to seeing my team come together and demonstrate a resilient mindset this Friday. It is important that we focus on playing together and supporting each other, rather than focusing on individual performances.

You can still buy tickets to watch Chelsea Under-21s play against Everton at Kingsmeadow on Friday night. Adult tickets cost £7, while tickets for children and seniors are £5.

You can also purchase tickets for our upcoming Premier League International Cup match at Kingsmeadow against RB Leipzig for the same cost. The game is scheduled to start on Wednesday, August 28th at 7pm.