Iraola admits Cherries struggling to maintain desired standards

Andoni Iraola has conceded that his squad is

Andoni Iraola has conceded that his squad is falling short of the required intensity after they surrendered a two-goal advantage for the second consecutive outing. The Bournemouth boss expressed frustration following the latest collapse, which saw his team fail to hold onto a commanding position.

Speaking after the match, Iraola acknowledged that the recurring pattern is a significant concern. "We are not able to keep up the level we aim for over the full 90 minutes," he said. "It is something we must address quickly, because the margins in this league are extremely tight."

The manager pointed to a combination of mental and physical factors behind the late-game struggles. He noted that his players had shown character to build a lead but lacked the composure and stamina to see the result through. "We start well, but when the pressure rises, we drop our standards," Iraola added.

The team has now dropped points from winning

The team has now dropped points from winning positions in back-to-back games, a trend that threatens to undermine their season. Iraola stressed that the solution lies in collective effort rather than individual blame, urging his players to take greater responsibility on the pitch.

With a busy fixture schedule ahead, the Spanish coach knows time is limited to correct the issue. He insisted that the squad must learn from these setbacks quickly, stating, "We cannot afford to keep repeating the same mistakes. The only way forward is to work harder and stay focused until the final whistle."

Iraola remains confident in his group's ability, but he made it clear that talk alone will not suffice. "We need to show it on the pitch," he concluded. "The fans deserve better, and we owe it to them to turn this around."