Royle’s Reaction: Lions
By Aston
March 11 2006
Reaction from Ipswich Town manager Joe Royle following Town’s 1-1 draw with Millwall at Portman Road earlier today.
Royle: “We started so well and should have gone on to a convincing victory
“We scored but then didn't have another shot for 30 minutes. We over-passed on a pitch not conducive to passing football. I want my players to pass the ball but in the opposition half.
“All our stars were in defence. You shouldn't be asking your defenders to be the star men when you are needing to win home games.
“Still, Millwall are playing better than their position suggests. They are not one of the worst three sides in the League. I warned everyone not to be taken in by our short odds on the coupons and what people were expecting.
“I give maximum marks to the referee but the goal followed what should have been a free-kick to us, following a call by a Millwall player that the referee never heard.
“I can't criticise my players. We needed to win this match but if we can take the points at
Source: BBC Sport
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