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‘Head Into It With Confidence’ – Passmoor’s Chelsea Talk Preview

Following Wednesday’s confirmation of bottom spot in the Barclays WSL, Rick Passmoor believes this is no time to sulk, as LCFC Women prepare for a tough test against Chelsea at the weekend.

2026-05-01T10:00+01:00

by Matthew Temple

Published

01 May, 2026

‘Head Into It With Confidence’ – Passmoor’s Chelsea Talk Preview

Following Wednesday’s confirmation of bottom spot in the Barclays WSL, Rick Passmoor believes this is no time to sulk, as LCFC Women prepare for a tough test against Chelsea at the weekend.

Matthew Temple

2026-05-01T10:00+01:00

‘Head Into It With Confidence’ – Passmoor’s Chelsea Talk Preview

Following Wednesday’s confirmation of bottom spot in the Barclays WSL, Rick Passmoor believes this is no time to sulk, as LCFC Women prepare for a tough test against Chelsea at the weekend.

Matthew Temple

2026-05-01T10:00+01:00

‘Head Into It With Confidence’ – Passmoor’s Chelsea Talk Preview

Following Wednesday’s confirmation of bottom spot in the Barclays WSL, Rick Passmoor believes this is no time to sulk, as LCFC Women prepare for a tough test against Chelsea at the weekend.

Matthew Temple

2026-05-01T10:00+01:00

‘Head Into It With Confidence’ – Passmoor’s Chelsea Talk Preview

Following Wednesday’s confirmation of bottom spot in the Barclays WSL, Rick Passmoor believes this is no time to sulk, as LCFC Women prepare for a tough test against Chelsea at the weekend.

Matthew Temple

2026-05-01T10:00+01:00

Our position at the bottom of the table may have already been confirmed, but that doesn’t prevent the fact that two games remain in the regular season, before the play-off game.

Ready to set our sights on the winner-takes-all match towards the end of May, City's Manager spoke about the Arsenal loss, and our final home game of the season, during Friday’s press conference at Belvoir Drive…

‘She’s put herself in contention’

Katie Keane made her Club debut against Arsenal.

Janina Leitzig’s injury has led to Olivia Clark stepping up into the First Team, however an injury midweek meant that third-choice Katie Keane was required, with the 19-year-old making her Club debut at Emirates Stadium.

Talking on Clark’s feelings post-match, the Manager was pleased with the fight and commitment he saw from Keane, which might be needed heading into the final few games of the season.

“Liv Clark was emotional, and was upset, not for herself, but for the team, which shows who she is, putting the Club first,” Passmoor explained.

“She was frustrated, but I reached out to her last night, and she reiterated that all she wants is the best for this Club.

“She [Katie Keane] has put herself more in contention, because she’s still in that development age, at 19, but she’s full of potential.

“She’s got the personality and characteristics that suit that position as well and is a great addition in the three.

“So, playing 45 minutes, the other day was a fantastic opportunity and learning curve for her, and she can hold her head high, because she was brave to make her debut at Arsenal, which is a memory which will last forever.”

‘It’s not a time to sulk’

Leicester have been confirmed in bottom spot with two games remaining.

While the next two games won’t change our league position, the former West Ham United assistant manager believes this is no time to feel sorry for ourselves.

With a job still to do, Passmoor is thankful of the clarity on our situation, but doesn’t want to forget the two games that remain before the play-off.

He added: “In terms of the huddle (at Emirates Stadium), what I said to the players is ensuring that we’ll stick together. We’ve got clarity on the situation we’re in, and it’s not a time to sulk.

“However, we’ve got to be disappointed, and I think that’s what the players' feelings were, emotionally. They detach for a short period, to see family and friends, recuperate to come in this afternoon in preparation for another big game.

“We’re exploring everything off the pitch, because it’s that mentality that we need to work on now, making sure that the group is galvanised for the next three games.

“They’re professional footballers, but they are human beings as well, so we need to make sure both sides are covered and they are ready for the challenge ahead.”

‘Another bite of the cherry’

Next season's fate is yet to be decided.

In any other WSL campaign, finishing bottom would’ve confirmed relegation to the second division, but for the first time, 12th position have been offered a lifeline.

With the league expanding to 14 teams next season, we have a second chance to be part of that pack, should we win a play-off game against third place in WSL2.

Speaking on our participation in the match, Passmoor urges his side to remain positive, with our season far from over yet.

“How I see it, is that you’ve got another bite of the cherry,” Passmoor explained. “It’s another challenge and opportunity which we need to make the most of.

“The league is always growing, and it (the play-off game) gives us a second chance to retain our status as a WSL1 team.

“After that we can have a reset, definitely a rest, and this is where we want to remain. It will be a tough challenge over these three games, but we know what we need to do.

“For myself, it’s also an opportunity to continue bringing positivity to the group to make sure they understand the situation we’re in, but head into it with confidence.”

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