Quote ="tigertot"He had a squad of decent, full time players. One of only 3? in the Championship. He was at a distinct advantage over the vast majority.'"
He came unstuck when his squad of decent full time players were unable to beat another squad of decent full time players who plied their trade in a better league full of even better full time players. Other than that he achieved what was required. It happens frequently that teams full of better players win, especially with home advantage. His team did just enough in the regular season.