Manager Alan Knill pulled no punches as he admitted old problems had resurfaced in Scunthorpe United's 3-2 defeat to Leyton Orient.

Andy Barcham had put the Iron ahead before half-time at Glanford Park, but the O's responded after the break and went 3-1 in front.

Barcham's second gave United hope, but they were unable to find a crucial equaliser.

"We were poor from start to finish," said Knill.

"Even though we came in at half-time 1-0 up it was a disappointing performance.

"There was no tempo, no energy and no desire to get forward. We were waiting for something to happen.

"We said to the players at half-time, 'if you pick up the pace, you can win it comfortably'. But we didn't and it went the other way.

"It's frustrating because I know the team is capable of playing much better.

"But the problems we saw on Saturday are the problems we've had for I don't know how long.

"Well played Leyton Orient for an away win, but for us it's a really poor result.

"There were a few home truths told in the dressing room, but then they are only home truths if the players are prepared to listen."