prepare (someone) for the worst

Translations
подготовить (кого-то) к худшему
The coach prepared the team for the worst before the final match.
Тренер подготовил команду к худшему перед финальным матчем.
Definitions
To mentally or emotionally equip someone to face a difficult or adverse situation that may occur, often by discussing potential negative outcomes and encouraging resilience.
Words
worst

noun
худшее
prepare

verb
готовить