31.   He also gave an undisguised warning that his team would undergo changes after its fourth successive defeat.

32.   He said the victory restored confidence in the Pakistan team after two successive defeats in the three-Test series against the Island nation.

33.   However, the Baggies have slumped to the bottom of their division and suffered their fourth successive defeat on Saturday.

34.   It was a much-needed triumph for Leeds, who had seen their title dream virtually disappear after successive defeats by Sheffield and St Helens.

35.   AC Milan went into their game at Bologna under the spotlight after successive defeats to FC Porto in the Champions League and Sampdoria in the Serie A.

36.   After a poor first-half performance, the six-in-a-row Scottish champions were in danger of suffering a third successive defeat.

37.   After three successive defeats against Germany, Pakistan and Argentina, South Africa are out of contention for a semi-final berth.

38.   Blackburn manager Ray Harford admitted he would have to strengthen his squad after they crashed to their fourth successive away defeat in the Premiership.

39.   Despite suffering their second successive defeat, Leverkusen stay on top of the table on goal difference from Borussia Dortmund as the Bundesliga heads for its winter break.

40.   Derby manager Gregory admitted his team now have a mountain to climb after their third successive defeat.