What the manager had to say after losing at Port Vale.
"It's difficult to sum up. At 1-0 up we were comfortable, but we're out of the cup because of our own silly mistakes, yet again.
"We approached the game in the right manner and in the opening exchanges we felt quite comfortable.
"But there is an obvious lack of confidence at the moment and that's because of our results.
"The players fought which was an improvement from Saturday and I can't fault their effort and commitment, but we've lost and it's a habit I don't like.
"Saturday's match (home to Hull) is a massive one now, not just for me and the players, but for the whole club."