“We’re Absolutely Certain of Our Future!” — Kieran McKenna Sends Powerful Message After Ipswich Town’s 0-4 Defeat to Arsenal: “We Know Exactly What Division We’ll Be In!”
Despite suffering a tough 0-4 loss to Premier League giants Arsenal in a pre-season friendly, Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna remained defiant and confident, delivering a powerful and unwavering message to fans and critics alike: “We know exactly what division we’ll be in.”
Speaking to the media after the match at the Emirates Stadium, McKenna refused to let the scoreline overshadow the bigger picture. Instead of dwelling on the defeat, he chose to focus on the strides his team has made and the journey ahead.
“This wasn’t about the result today,” McKenna insisted, his tone firm and eyes set with determination. “This was about testing ourselves against the very best, learning valuable lessons, and continuing to build the identity we’ve worked so hard on. We know where we’re heading, and we know what division we’ll be in next season.”
For many Ipswich supporters, McKenna’s words struck exactly the right chord. After a remarkable rise and a string of promising performances last season, the belief around Portman Road has never been stronger. While Arsenal showcased their elite quality on the day — with sharp finishing, fluid movement, and ruthless efficiency — Ipswich still showed flashes of promise that hinted at the progress under McKenna’s guidance.
The manager praised his players for their courage to stick to their style even when facing a formidable opponent. “It’s easy to play safe football when the pressure is on,” he said. “But we stuck to our principles, we tried to play out from the back, and we looked to create chances. That’s what we’ll need throughout the season.”
Key players like Leif Davis and Conor Chaplin showed moments of brilliance, even if they didn’t find the net against Arsenal’s high-pressure defense. McKenna pointed to these glimpses as proof of the team’s growth and potential.
Fans flooded social media after the match, echoing McKenna’s optimism. One supporter wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “The score doesn’t matter. The belief, the vision, and the fight we saw — that’s what counts. We’re going up!” Another added: “Kieran McKenna is the best thing that’s happened to Ipswich in years. You can see the foundation he’s building.”
In his closing remarks, McKenna delivered one final rallying cry: “The path we’re on is clear, and our goal is not up for debate. We know what division we’ll be in, and it’s where this club belongs — at the very top.”
