Exclusive: How QPR are embracing chaos to chase Premier League promotion dream

QPR striker Burrell says the team has learned to harness chaos under Stephan, with early-season form putting them in contention for the expanded playoff places.

QPR head coach Julien Stephan has transformed how the club approaches English football's unpredictability, moving from being overwhelmed by chaos to actively playing through it. In an exclusive interview, striker Rumarn Burrell praised the team's aggressive approach after their 5-0 demolition of second-place Swansea, where Richard Kone scored a hat-trick in the opening 15 minutes.

Burrell, currently sidelined with a hamstring injury, highlighted how QPR have scored 13 of their 21 league goals in the first half this season, embodying the high-intensity pressing and attacking style Stephan has instilled. He expressed eagerness to return and reunite with Kone, whose contrasting playing styles complement each other—Kone drawing defenders short while Burrell runs in behind.

Despite finishing 15th last season, QPR are targeting promotion to the Premier League, buoyed by the Championship's expanded playoff format now including seventh and eighth place. Burrell acknowledged the team's previous inconsistency but credited work behind the scenes to develop a more defined, proactive style of play that reduces reliance on Stephan's tactical adjustments during matches.