Queens Park Rangers manager Julien Stéphan admitted his side failed to find their rhythm in the 2-0 Championship defeat at home to Sheffield United.
Stéphan described it as a “tough result” and a “tough performance,” expressing disappointment at how quickly his team conceded twice in the first half. He felt QPR did not begin the match with the aggression or intensity required, although he acknowledged there was some improvement after the break. Even so, he said his side were unable to build sustained momentum.
The French coach was particularly frustrated that Richard Kone’s header, which would have reduced the deficit to 2-1 with 17 minutes remaining, was ruled out for offside. Stéphan believes the goal should have stood and suggested it could have completely shifted the momentum late in the game.
However, he stressed he did not want to blame the result solely on that decision. While he felt the call had a significant impact — and questioned the consistency of officiating compared to the Premier League — he conceded that QPR did not show enough quality, intensity, or mental strength overall to deserve a better outcome.
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