He deserves credit because good players - a lot of whom are only playing because of injuries and our horrific form - have played to something approaching their capabilities, man? Give over, Ste.
And paying the price for a sentimental approach to managerial recruitment. Messi, Suarez and Neymar and can't get on the scoresheet against Celta Vigo.
It feels somewhat similar to the AVB situation. Take their big attacking star away and they're exposed for what they are. Pretty average managers who struggle to find a way to score goals.