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Hartlepool United have endured a bitterly disappointing start to the new National League season, losing nine of their opening 13 games. Picture by Adam Cook/The Corner Photography.

Pete Wild hoping 'difficult conversations' will inspire Hartlepool United ahead of Hornchurch test

"I've had 90 per cent of the squad in here individually and I've told them exactly where I think they're at, what I want from them and what I need from them. Now it's up to them to go and try and show me that on the pitch."

23.10.26, 13:39 5 Minute Read

Robbie Stelling

Robbie Stelling

Head coach Pete Wild admits he's had some "difficult conversations" with his Hartlepool United players this week.

Having been dumped out of the FA Cup in ignominious fashion by National League North side Marine on Saturday, Wild revealed he'd held one-to-one meetings with "90 per cent" of his squad in a bid to arrest their recent decline.

The former Oldham Athletic, Halifax Town, Barrow, Fleetwood Town and Tranmere Rovers boss took charge of Pools earlier this month following the dramatic resignation of Lee Clark, who stepped down from his role just nine games into his tenure.

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