Robert Page: The pundits’ verdicts on Wales manager’s future

“I wouldn’t be surprised if there are talks behind closed doors on Page’s future,” said 56-cap Wales striker Harries on Sgorio.

“Even listening to his interview before the game, he was trying to justify and defend aspects of his performance that have been questioned before.

“His role is to be able to change and alter the pattern of a game at different periods. That’s missing.

“Sometimes the players play for him. It didn’t look like the players were on the top of their game against Slovakia by a long way, but there was no adjustment to the pattern of play or the system. It just didn’t look up to the necessary standard.”

And Harries said the spotlight must be on the players following Sunday’s miserable second-half display.

“You’ve got to close people down,” she added.

“That has to come from the player – you’re playing for your country. Yes you’re losing, yes it’s difficult and I’m sure they feel for the manager. But do something about it. Work harder. Show more desire to close down.

“There are problems there with Page but the players have to take responsibility. That second half was disgraceful.”