I was very happy with Michael's performance,

It was a shame to to close the year with a performance like this.

I put out the players who I have seen training best during the week. Beckham and Roberto Carlos have not trained well and I considered that they should not play. I choose the side based on the work they do during the week and this was my ideal side.

If nothing changes between now and the game he will definitely be in the starting line-up,

We gave a really poor image out there,

The public should know that the attitude of the players is fine and they are 100 per cent professionals,