The Crusaders coach isn't mincing his words about the Super Rugby Pacific champions' situation

Heading into tonight's must-win clash with the Melbourne Rebels in Christchurch, Rob Penney says some of his guys aren't doing enough... and he wants them to be braver... and play with more freedom.

The Crusaders are languishing at the bottom of the table after seven losses from eight matches.



Notoriously superstitious Phoenix coach Giancarlo doesn't even want to look at the A-League's Premier's Plate, which has arrived in Wellington... in case the Nix end their regular season on top... after their home game against Macarthur F.C.



And just a fine for Warriors forward Jacob Laban ... after being cited in their Anzac Day NRL loss to the Titans.