NOT WHERE the team wants to be.

That was Sam Walsh’s key message when speaking to Gerard Whateley on 1116 SEN on Tuesday morning. 

Referencing the six-game losing run that the Blues are currently on, Walsh was adamant that the team would continue doing everything they can at IKON Park to address current form.

Acknowledging the disappointment of fans and the Club alike, the co-vice captain was keen to get back to work with the leaders of the side and start trying to create - and enjoy - that winning feeling sooner rather than later.

“I think there’s definitely a sense that we’re not at where we want to be as a football club,” Walsh said.  

“I think that can bring all sorts of feelings into the group when we feel like we’re the ones not getting the job done. I think for everyone . . . we have a sense of needing to get better and we’re learning a few hard truths and it’s just going to work on that.” 

Carlton had another low-scoring finish plagued by an inability to take key chances in Round 13, marking five weeks in a row where the Blues have failed to exceed 60 points on the scoreboard.

With frustration high in the stands of the MCG on Sunday night, Walsh urged fans to be mindful of their behaviour in the crowd, wanting to ensure there was a safe and family-friendly environment that all football fans could feel part of. 

“I think all our fans are really good and supportive and generally really passionate: there’s a bit of talk about some people’s behaviour in the crowd. I know when I was a kid going to the footy, you wouldn’t want to see that,” he said. 

“I feel for the people that are bringing their family to the games, there’s all sorts of stuff going on. I think for us at the moment, the best way to make our fans happy is to go out and put on a performance that is worth cheering on and I think the rest will take care of itself.” 

Debunking any rumours of unrest within the playing group, the 22-year-old was adamant that the team has banded together and is continuing to build out a game plan, style and identity that suits them. 

While it might be back to the drawing board at times, there's clarity within the group that they can identify their shortcomings and go to work on them during the week. 

“Most clubs try to stick together. We went down [to Torquay] to reset and talk a bit about our identity and how we want to be seen,” he said.  

“We’re 100 per cent unified – I’ve been in these positions a few times now when our backs are up against the ropes. I know for a fact that everyone is sticking together and we’re backing each other in as players and we’ve got to create that confidence amongst each other. 

“I think with these things, it doesn’t always happen overnight – we’re chasing a few things at the moment and we haven’t been able to execute in certain areas where you can win or lose games.”