Unhappy ending for Hughes
19 May 2008 - 16:08:23
Falkirk manager John Hughes felt let down by his side after they finished their SPL campaign with 2-1 defeat at Kilmarnock.
Hughes has already signed up veteran trio Lee Bullen, Jackie McNamara and Neil McCann for next season, as he bids to boost his squad's experience and know-how.
He told The Scotsman: "Although that was the last game of the season, I learnt a bit about some of the players.
"There just wasn't enough bottle being shown and maybe that's why we didn't make the top six. You need winners in your team and winners wouldn't have accepted that display.
"Its all very well saying that there are a number of young players in the team, but no matter when you play or where you play you have to show pride and character and you have to stand up to it.
"That wasn't happening and that's why I've had to bring some experienced players to the club."