It was honour to be in running

CITY'S JAKIROVIC REFLECTS ON MISSING OUT ON AWARD

- By BARRY COOPER

HULL City head coach Sergej Jakirovic may not have claimed October's Manager of the Month award, but just being nominated was a badge of honour for the Croatian.

Charlton Athletic's 91st-minute equaliser denied City a 100 per cent record in the month, which enabled Coventry City boss Frank Lampard to claim the crown after winning five of their six games, losing only once at Wrexham.

City looked to be on course for four straight wins until that injury-time concession ensured it was three wins and a draw from their four in the month, still, an incredibly good return.

Despite missing out, Jakirovic's nomination was a significant mile stone for City and further enhanced their growing reputation as one of the Championship's great entertainers, and showcased what giant strides they have made this season.