Robson: Win should see end to Staunton criticism

Bobby Robson last night defiantly stood by Steve Staunton as a 1-0 win over Slovakia saw the pressure finally lift on the Republic of Ireland boss.

Thu, 29 Mar, 2007 - 09:14
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Bobby Robson last night defiantly stood by Steve Staunton as a 1-0 win over Slovakia saw the pressure finally lift on the Ireland boss.

Robson, no stranger to criticism himself throughout his reign as England manager, issued a stinging rebuke to the critics who he feels have made Staunton’s life unbearable in recent times.

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