Steven Gerrard has opened up about Al-Ettifaq's decision to sack two members of his support staff, but admits his side must improve.
The Liverpool legend has faced calls for his dismissal as manager after a poor run of form this season.
Al-Ettifaq were 12th in the 18-team Saudi Pro League heading into the international break, raising further doubts over Gerrard's future.
The club ultimately kept faith with Gerrard but announced the departures of assistant coach Dean Holden and sporting director Mark Allen.
Al-Ettifaq's board had acknowledged 'unsatisfactory results' in a statement confirming their departures, adding it remained 'optimistic that better results are on the horizon.