New Hull boss Silva slams critics after TV ridicule

New Hull City manager Marco Silva insists he deserves more respect after being subject to criticism on live TV at the weekend.

Silva was a shock appointment at the KCOM Stadium after Mike Phelan’s departure from the Yorkshire outfit, but led his new side to a 2-0 victory in their FA Cup clash with Swansea City in his first match in charge.

Silva led Olympiakos to last season’s Greek title, having already won the Portuguese Cup at Sporting Lisbon and, before that, led Estoril into Portugal’s top flight.

Despite his achievements, Silva faced ridicule by Paul Merson and Phil Thompson live on Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday.

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But with his managerial record in mind, the 39-year-old, who spent his entire playing career in his native Portugal, feels he deserves more credit.

When asked if pundits should have a greater knowledge of his credentials, he said: “Yes, but for me it’s not important. I respect all the opinions and what the football people talk about.

“But I don’t care. For me it’s not important, what is important is my work with my players and what our fans feel, what they believe.

“That is what is important for me in this moment.”