Ki-Jana Hoever is being urged to maintain his attacking presence in the opponent’s box after scoring twice in two consecutive matches. The right-back, currently on loan from Wolves, established himself as a threat going forward during his stint at Stoke in the latter part of last year. Despite scoring on the opening day of this season, he went without a goal until recently, notching one against Hull and another against Huddersfield Town.

As he prepares for a challenging match against playoff contenders West Bromwich Albion, his manager Steven Schumacher emphasizes the importance of Hoever continuing to position himself dangerously in the opponent’s area. Schumacher praises Hoever’s recent goals and underscores the significance of full-backs contributing offensively in modern football. He acknowledges Hoever’s partnership with Mehdi Leris on the right wing, highlighting Leris’s work rate and the importance of synergy between players in that area of the pitch.

Schumacher also commends Hoever’s attitude in training and his defensive abilities, noting his impressive speed. He emphasizes the need for consistency and improvement from Hoever, particularly in terms of offensive contributions, to fulfill his potential and excel at the Premier League level.

While Hoever’s goals are valuable for Stoke, Schumacher emphasizes the team’s need to score more goals overall in their remaining six games. He stresses the importance of practicing and believing in the players’ abilities to convert scoring opportunities. Despite missed chances in previous matches, Schumacher advocates for persistence and continuity in the team’s approach, emphasizing the importance of trusting in their tactics and players to achieve success.