I don't react to criticism from outside the camp, I react to a pretty awful performance.

It is no surprise to me that fundamental skills are breaking down. There is a lot to do in a very short space of time. One of the things put on the sidelines is work on basic skills. The breakdown of those skills has been a major factor in the losses.

I am absolutely delighted for both of them. They're great guys with big hearts. Defensively they've always been superb but that was a massive improvement in their attacking game.

He leads from the front, is very good at delegating and has an incredible strength of character. He's got great humility, too. If he makes a mistake he just rolls his sleeves up and gets stuck in. He's one of those types that players want to play alongside.

Clive would be outstanding in that position and I fervently hope he gets it.