Hmmm, fair enough I suppose, though a 0-1 defeat in the first leg is a loss for all statistical and ranking purposes. And I have heard this "we've only lost twice in six years" argument recently a few times, conventiently forgetting the other defeats that don't suit the person's argument.
And I was forgetting Germany, so it's actually seven competitive defeats under Trap in 4.5 years. Kerr also had two qualifying losses in less than two qualifying campaigns too in arguably more difficult groups, for what it's worth. That's the same as Trap, comparing like with like, meaning Trap's playoffs and tournament aren't considered, just like Cox does.
Results and organisation seem to be the main arguments in Trap's favour, with performances irrelevant according to the man's supporters. Results have been poor for a long time now, the system is non-existant (we don't defend, we don't keep the ball, we don't pose a goal threat).
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