He followed that up with a barrage that should sting in the dressing room by using these phrases - diabolical defence, very poor, well beaten, lacking in all areas, hugely disappointing.
The admission that County’s players deserved their win, mainly because of their greater commitment to the cause, will have hurt. Both manager and fans will accept defeats at the hands of better players. A moment of football genius can win any game but to lose when the other team tries harder is not acceptable.
It was a team stripped of much experience given that McManus, Lasley and Hammell were missing and there was a strong suggestion that they will be back on duty for the visit of Hearts next weekend. The midweek U20 game will give an opportunity for a final test of fitness.
The latest Premiership table makes uncomfortable reading. The last two games have yielded no points and we have slipped into the play-off spot. Four games remain before the campaign reaches halfway. Hearts, Partick Thistle, Dundee and Celtic make up the opposition over the next few weeks. We must improve soon.
Off the park, the club has invited shareholders to the 110th AGM. The meeting is scheduled for Monday 7th December and we’ll be told of the financial damage that followed last season’s dismal league and cup performances.