Montpellier coach Rolland Courbis is remaining upbeat despite the club s dismal run of form.
Courbis last week returned to the Stade de la Mosson for a second stint in charge of Montpellier following Jean Fernandez s resignation.
However, the 60-year-old could not inspire the 2011-12 Ligue 1 champions to victory over Saint-Etienne, who claimed a 1-0 victory thanks to a second-half strike from Max Gradel.
Courbis remains hopeful that Montpellier, following a run of nine league games without a win, can turn things around.
Let s stay positive, he said.
I am not in the habit of being easily discouraged.
We will move quickly into 2014 to see what improvements we can make.
I note a lot of nervousness, shyness (within the team), it is logical.
I find good will and fighting spirit. With this desire to do well, we must improve a little in all facets.
