Speaking on his ‘Hard Truth’ podcast, MacAnthony said: “I’ll happily cover for the players and management as far as the social media trolls are concerned.
“The ‘unhappy campers’ is what I call them and they are around after every defeat.
“Most are young and stupid kids who say stupid things and who weren’t around when the club was really struggling.
“They’ve only had me in charge. They’re not used to only winning two out of 12 games.
“They try to put me down by banging on about recruitment, the lack of strikers etc.
“I’ll take it to protect others.
“Trolls won’t get me down, but bad performances and results will.”
Here are the best of today’s rumours…
5. Wayne Rooney shuts down talk of Derby County defender's exit
Wayne Rooney has said Derby County will not allow Lee Buchanan to leave Pride Park in January amid interest from Celtic. The Scottish club have been eyeing a move for the 20-year-old since the summer. (Daily Record) Photo: Ashley Allen
6. Ex-Cardiff City defender calls on Bluebirds to raid Luton Town
Ex-Cardiff City man Greg Halford has called on his former side to raid Championship rivals Luton Town for manager Nathan Jones. The Hatters are currently fifth in the Championship - ten points ahead of the Bluebirds. (The 72) Photo: Naomi Baker
7. Millwall talent makes non-league loan switch
Millwall teenager Jayden Davis has joined non-league side Kings Lynn Town on loan. The winger makes the switch on a month-long deal. Photo: Jacques Feeney
8. Jude Bellingham's brother could be set for Bundesliga switch
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly preparing to reunite Jude Bellingham with his brother, Jobe, as they look to sign him from Birmingham City. Jude joined the Bundesliga club last year for around £25 million. (Football League World) Photo: Martin Rose