[Oldgobbin]

Yes, Paul Howarth did quite well when he came in - better than I expected, and I was absolutely delighted. However, I still maintain that he has not got the basic quality for this level of football. He will, on occasions, let the side down badly, because he has an unfortunate habit of getting on the wrong side of his man. He is adequate as cover, but is that good enough to be offered a full-time contract?. Anyone who saw his performance in the first half at Scarborough will know exactly what I mean.