Jens Berthel Askou confident Toulouse’s approach will pay off despite profligacy | OneFootball

Toulouse have looked slick in possession but wasteful in front of goal, and Jens Berthel Askou believes persistence will be rewarded while keeping the same mindset.

According to L'Équipe, they have one point from three Ligue 1 matches and visit Lorient on Saturday, kick-off 20:45 on Ligue 1+.

They lost 0-2 to OL and 0-1 to Lille in their first two games at the Stadium despite long spells of dominance, then were pegged back in stoppage time for a 2-2 draw at Brest.

The Danish coach acknowledged frustration, saying his players pour energy into trying to win and are determined competitors, but he wants them to keep working the same way because he is sure it will pay off.

Midfielder Cristian Casseres said the dressing room is calm and aware of where the squad are in their build, adding that a new playing philosophy naturally takes time and that recent displays show clear progress.

Askou said the staff’s priority is to maintain trust and positive energy around the group. The aim is a first win as soon as possible, ideally this weekend, though Casseres noted they believe they are on the right path even if it does not come yet.

Source: L'Équipe

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