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[ealingfox]

The O'Neil rumour was leaked to make us grateful for this then - classic Rudkin move.

[lanefox]

Knows the Nordic leagues very well and there's lots of potential in that league and cheap 

[whoareyaaa]

Marti Cifuentes' points per game (PPG) record in his managerial career varies depending on the specific club and time period. At QPR, his PPG was 1.30. In the Danish Superliga with AaB, he achieved a PPG of 1.51. His overall career average, across multiple clubs and leagues, is 1.49 according to Sofascore. 

 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• QPR: 1.30 PPG (based on 82 matches: 28 wins, 23 draws, 31 losses). 
   
• AaB (Denmark): 1.51 PPG (in the Danish Superliga). 
   
• Overall career average: 1.49 PPG (across various clubs and leagues) according to Sofascore. 
   
• Hammarby IF (Sweden): 1.81 PPG according to Sofascore. 
   
• Sandefjord Fotball (Norway): 1.53 PPG according to Sofascore. 

 

 

Martí Cifuentes' preferred style of play emphasizes possession, pressing, and positioning, which he refers to as the "three Ps". He aims to use possession as a tool to control the game, create chances, and find space. He also wants his team to press aggressively when they lose the ball, aiming to win it back quickly and launch attacks. Good positioning is crucial for creating better situations on the ball. He also favors attacking with bravery and a desire to score multiple goals. 

 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Possession-Based:

  Cifuentes prioritizes keeping the ball and using it effectively to control the game and create opportunities. 

   
• Aggressive Pressing:

  He wants his players to win the ball back quickly when they lose it, disrupting the opponent's play and initiating attacks. 

   
• Strategic Positioning:

  Cifuentes believes that good positioning on the field is essential for both offensive and defensive phases of play, allowing players to execute actions effectively. 

   
• Attacking Mindset:

  He encourages his players to be brave and proactive in attack, looking to score goals and dominate the game. 

   
• Adaptability:

  While he has a clear tactical philosophy, Cifuentes is also known for adapting his approach based on the opponent and the players available. He might adjust formations or tactics to exploit weaknesses or counteract specific strengths. 

   
• Vertical and Diagonal Runs:

  Cifuentes's teams often utilize vertical and diagonal runs to attack the opponent's backline, creating space and opportunities through combinations like 1-2s and third-man runs. 

   
• Exploiting Space:

  He looks for opportunities to exploit space created by the opponent's defensive positioning, particularly in wide areas and between the lines. 

   
• Mid-Block Defending:

  When not pressing high, Cifuentes's teams often utilize a mid-block, minimizing gaps between the lines and waiting for pressing triggers to initiate a more aggressive press. 

Edited 8 July 2025 by whoareyaaa

[FrankieADZ]

Just now, StriderHiryu said:

Just throwing random darts at the board at this point. Absolute amateur hour. 

what do you think in regards of him tho?

 

[Guest Bilo]

If it's a straight shootout between Cifuentes and Röhl, you can't be too disappointed. Both had about £1.36 to work with and did decent jobs.

[Silva Fox]

7 minutes ago, Wymsey said:

It feels like Horce-racing; at one moment someone is leading, then at another someone else is..

More like a donkey derby!

[Guest Bilo]

Just now, lanefox said:

Knows the Nordic leagues very well and there's lots of potential in that league and cheap 

FRANCULINO FOOKING DJU

[TheFiveTime]

right direction, but this is getting super duper weird

[CosbehFox]

I like it. When I went Hammarby earlier this year, they rave about him in the same way we do with Pearson. QPR obviously something happened but for me there’s more legs him creating something here than many others 

[Ian Nacho]

I can guarantee the only reason we're appointing him is because he's Spanish. If he did the exact same at QPR but was English we wouldn't be bothering. 

[winteriscoming]

Just waiting for the Percy bomb at the end of the week announcing Hassenhuttl. 

[st albans fox]

1 minute ago, Bilo said:

If it's a straight shootout between Cifuentes and Röhl, you can't be too disappointed. Both had about £1.36 to work with and did decent jobs.

Agree 100%
 

win win if that’s the choice 

[whoareyaaa]

I would prefer Rohl but wouldn't mind this guy even though I know absolutely nothing about him.

 

 

[moore_94]

I remember QPR being pretty good both times we played them under Cifuentes in the Championship

[MGLCFC]

They thumped Leeds 4 - 0 too

[urban.spaceman]

12 minutes ago, FrankieADZ said:

 

Can we have Marti Pellow instead?

[Wasyls Pec Deck]

2 minutes ago, Ian Nacho said:

I can guarantee the only reason we're appointing him is because he's Spanish. If he did the exact same at QPR but was English we wouldn't be bothering. 

This is a very good point 

[Wasyls Pec Deck]

Just now, urban.spaceman said:

Can we have Marti Pellow instead?

I feel it in my fingers…

[whoareyaaa]

3 minutes ago, Ian Nacho said:

I can guarantee the only reason we're appointing him is because he's Spanish. If he did the exact same at QPR but was English we wouldn't be bothering. 

English managers don't play the same way as Spanish managers though so unlikely, its all about the culture.

[ClaphamFox]

1 minute ago, whoareyaaa said:

I would prefer Rohl but wouldn't mind this guy even though I know absolutely nothing about him.

 

 

The chap who sits next to me at work is a QPR fan and absolutely raves about him. He was gutted when he fell out with the chairman and was put on gardening leave. 

[The Year Of The Fox]

13 minutes ago, FrankieADZ said:

 

Oh 

 

Here’s the next manager Foxestalk get their knickers in a twist over despite never hearing of him until 17 mins ago 

[Leicesterpool]

Expecting it to be Wilder now. May need to take book with you to games... its not going to be pretty 😂

 

On a positive note least its not Martin

[foxile5]

We are a ****ing shambles 

[Finnegan]

"I dunno, Top, I still think they'll be disappointed with Cifuentes. Not exaclty a coup."

 

"Don't worry, Jon, I'm going to tell Sky Sports it's Gary O'****ing Neil. By Wednesday they'll be happy with anyone."

[LCFC1996]

I'm going with Sabri Lamouchi or Tony Mowbray as next name out the hat, just glad Neil Lennon's in work