Michael Skubala, manager of the Robins, acknowledged his team's shortcomings following their recent defeat, describing their performance as "not good enough." Speaking after the match, Skubala conceded that his side struggled physically against their opponents, noting that they "got bullied a bit" during the game.

Skubala highlighted a missed opportunity early on, stating that the Robins created the best scoring chance before their opponents took the lead. "When you are through on goal, you have to score," he emphasized, identifying finishing as a current issue for the team. He added that failing to capitalize on key chances, coupled with an inability to keep clean sheets, hindered their chances of securing a victory.

The manager reflected on the impact of an early goal against them at home, saying it forced the opposition to adjust their approach and become more physical, which proved challenging for the Robins. He contrasted the match with their recent game against Blackburn on Tuesday night, where despite creating numerous chances, they failed to secure a win. Skubala stressed the importance of converting dominance into results, saying, "You have to win matches when you are on top."

According to Skubala, the Robins started the match sluggishly, losing too many duels and failing to clear the ball effectively. He noted the need for improvement in aggression and forward play, acknowledging that the team did not apply enough pressure on the ball in the first half. In an effort to change the dynamic, he made several substitutions at halftime aimed at increasing their presence in the opponent’s half.

While Skubala observed a period in the second half when the Robins appeared poised to mount a comeback, the momentum did not last. Despite the defeat, he found some solace in having a free midweek schedule to regroup. Skubala concluded that there remains significant work ahead for his team to improve their competitiveness and results moving forward.