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Schumacher believes Bolton squad ready for Championship challenge

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 4:28 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Schumacher believes Bolton squad ready for Championship challenge

Summary

Bolton Wanderers manager Steven Schumacher expressed confidence in his squad's ability to handle the Championship level ahead of their next match. Following a dramatic win over Norwich City, where Bolton triumphed 4-3, the team is fully fit after a recent friendly with Motherwell. Schumacher emphasized the importance of embracing challenges rather than fearing them, attributing their readiness to the players' performances. Bolton is set to face Stoke City on Saturday.

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•Bolton achieved three wins from eight Championship games this season.
•The team played a behind-closed-doors friendly against Motherwell during the break.
•Schumacher led Bolton to a 4-3 victory against Norwich before the international break.
•Bolton and Stoke City are scheduled to meet on Saturday at 15:00 BST.
•Schumacher previously managed at Stoke but insists it’s just another game now.

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Bolton Wanderers have a squad which look capable of taking on the challenge of stepping up to Championship level, says boss Steven Schumacher.
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