Posted on January 5th, 2009 by Soccer
Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard reckons the Toffees’ ability to “band together” in adversity is carrying them through a shocking injury crisis.Following Monday night’s goalless draw against 10-man Chelsea, David Moyes’ side find themselves still in with a shout of UEFA Cup qualification despite a campaign that has seen them manage just one home league win [...]
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Posted on January 5th, 2009 by Soccer
Peter Styvar’s agent expects the MSK Zilina striker to complete a move to Bristol City after having a trial with the club last week.Styvar, who scored against Aston Villa in the Slovakian side’s surprise 2-1 win at Villa Park in the UEFA Cup earlier this month, spent a few days with the Robins before sitting [...]
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Posted on January 5th, 2009 by Soccer
Curtis Davies has warned the Premier League’s big four that Aston Villa are determined to ensure one of them plays in next season’s UEFA Cup.Villa, who face Hull on Monday night, have gatecrashed the top four this season and Davies is convinced the Boxing Day comeback to draw 2-2 against Arsenal marks them out as [...]
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Posted on January 5th, 2009 by Soccer
Aston Villa manager Martin O’Neill is set to field his strongest available side in Sunday’s FA Cup third-round tie at Gillingham.O’Neill has sent out second string line-ups in the Carling Cup and several UEFA Cup ties earlier this season but he is paying this competition due respect.
Skipper Martin Laursen (knee) will again be absent along [...]
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