Wealdstone 6-2 QPR Development Squad
Wealdstone cruised past QPR’s development squad last night, securing their third win of pre-season. The standout performance came from striker Sean Adarkwa, who silenced any doubts over the Stones’ cutting edge in attack by firing in four goals on a dominant evening.
Gaffer’s notebook
After the game Sam Cox spoke to Wealdstone’s Official YouTube channel.
The key takeaways:
- Match Performance:
- Pleased with the second-half display, which was more fluid and attacking.
- Training focus on attacking entries paid off, with Adarkwa scoring multiple goals and trialists (unidentified by surname but first names mentioned) “Nathan” and “Dan” impressing.
- First half needed improvements, but the team reacted well after halftime.
- Sean Adarkwa’s Confidence:
- Scoring boosts his confidence massively.
- Valued not just for goals but also for holding play and linking attacks.
- If kept fit, he’ll be a key player for the season.
- Sak Hassan’s Impact:
- Takes time to adapt from step 3 to step 1.
- Hardworking with a great attitude.
- Showed his quality today and is seen as a long-term asset.
- Next Preseason Match & Season Prep:
- Final friendly vs. Slough to be approached like the opening league game.
- Fitness levels improving, players nearing full 90-minute match readiness.
- Big emphasis on injury prevention and player well-being due to past issues.
- Priority now is to stay injury-free while building a winning mentality ahead of the 9th August season start vs. Truro.
