Last Updated: Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:50
Roberto Martinez has called on everyone connected with Wigan for an 'extra five per cent' to help them escape any relegation danger.
The Latics chief watched as his side crashed to a 1-0 defeat at Birmingham on Saturday to make it seven games without a win and leave them just one point above the bottom three.
Martinez says he is looking for some big improvements in the run-in to ensure a nerve-free climax to the campaign.
The Spaniard said: "As a football club, from the fans, staff, players, directors, we need to get that extra five per cent because we are in an uncomfortable position. We need to improve. If you look at the squad we've got, we've got great quality and starting to have very good competition in certain positions.
"At the moment, we are waiting for that moment of confidence, that moment of happiness, that can trigger your performance and we need to improve - everyone. We've had some very good performances this season. We've beaten Aston Villa away, Chelsea at home, the only side to beat Burnley away before Saturday.
"There are certain aspects that we need to be stronger and better at. We haven't been consistent enough. The challenge is there for us in the last 11 games. Once we get through that, we will be able to go to another level.
"If you want to play a certain way, just to avoid relegation each season, that is not what I want for Wigan. Obviously the short term is vital but the bigger picture is why we are all working at Wigan."