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Wayne: Players may not be comfortable but they have to be so much fitter

- HECTOR NUNNS

WAYNE ROONEY knows his Birmingham revolution needs a first win to quell frustration and show players that a new style can work.

The former Derby and DC United manager saw the Blues score the first goal of his reign but they remain pointless from three games since his arrival.

Rooney's vision is for his new club to play out ambitiously from the back. But the manager has already admitted some players may be uncomfortable with the new approach.

The away fans did sing his name before and after this latest loss. But Rooney said: "I understand the fans frustration because John (former manager John Eustace) did a good job and and we were in sixth place. But it is going to take time and Southampton are a perfect example. Russell Martin has a clear way of playing, similar to what I want.