Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is looking forward to Sunderland’s trip to Loftus Road in the EFL Cup.
Like Sunderland, the Hoops head into Wednesday’s game looking to build momentum in the cup following successive defeats in league competition.
Hasselbaink’s side currently sit 16th in the Championship having taken 10 points from their opening eight games, with their last home victory coming in the EFL Cup against Rochdale.
Speaking to QPR’s official website, the former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid striker urged his side to stay calm and work hard in order to upset the odds and seal a place in the fourth round.
“We need to get back on track and myself and the players are doing all we can to ensure we do that.
“It's a time to stay calm, stick with our beliefs and work ethics, and stand up and take responsibility.
“We want to build momentum in the cup,” continued the Dutchman. “We've won two games in this competition already and we want to keep going.
“We want to progress in this competition and we want to improve the club's recent cup record.”
Hasselbaink also cast his eye over the Black Cats’ start to the season, while revealing he will make changes to the side who lost 2-1 to Huddersfield Town on Saturday.
“I think Sunderland will make changes following their recent run; they will have had a couple of busy days after Spurs on Sunday, travelling back to the north east and then back to London.
“They're still searching for their way and that will make for an interesting game I’m sure.”
He added: “We will be fielding a competitive side but this match will also give players who have been on the bench recently the opportunity to show what they can do for the team.”
