The England coach was at his coldest when asked a series of well-thought out questions by a journalist.

When asked what messages he had been sending to get the best out of his troops, Bennett said: “Just have some belief in themselves.”

His answers did not get any better for the remainder of the interview and Gould let loose at the Broncos coach.

“Typical Wayne rubbish interview that he gives,” Gould told Channel Nine.

“I don’t know what gets him in that mood sometimes.

“He’s there to promote the game. He’s been given a wonderful opportunity to for England and to do something for English rugby league, and he gives an interview like that.

“It’s ridiculous.”