STOKE CITY manager Gary Rowett bemoaned his side’s defensive frailties following their defeat away at West Bromwich Albion yesterday.

The Potters were favourites to make a swift return to the Premier League following their relegation from the top tier of English football at the end of last season after a 10-year stay.

But Rowett’s side sit 17th in the Championship having picked up just five points from their opening six games and having already conceded 11 goals.