Swansea Manager Vitor Matos: Team Not Yet at Full Form Swansea City will begin their 2025/26 EFL Cup campaign against Birmingham City on Saturday, with manager Vitor Matos emphasizing that the team is still in the process of reaching its full potential. Matos acknowledged that while the squad has made progress during pre-season, there is still work to be done before the team can be considered fully prepared for the challenges ahead. The Swans are set to field a squad featuring five summer signings in their opening match, with Stephen Welsh, Tiago Parente, Joseph Opoku, Elijah Just, and Moussa Yeo all in contention for debuts. These additions, along with the return of Ross Stewart in the coming weeks, will bring a fresh dynamic to the squad. However, Matos noted that integrating these new players into the team’s structure will require time and careful planning. The manager highlighted the importance of adapting to the return of international players who have been absent from training due to national team commitments. “You need to introduce the new signings and you need to adapt international players who return [to training] later,” Matos explained. “There are a lot of small things that need time.” Matos also addressed the broader context of the team’s development, stating that Swansea is still in the process of regaining their competitive edge. “Like all the teams at the moment, we are getting back in terms of game quality, in terms of fitness. That will come with the competitive games,” he said. The manager’s comments reflect the ongoing adjustments required as Swansea transitions from a summer of significant roster changes.#birmingham_city #swansea_city #vitor_matos #efl_cup #stephen_welsh
