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Wilson relishes ‘fantastic’ cup clash
Birmingham City manager Chris Hughton. Picture PRESS ASSOCIATION
THE money-spinning draw that Bramall Lane’s bean counters craved might not have materialised but Danny Wilson has described this weekend’s FA Cup tie between Sheffield United and Birmingham City as “absolutely fantastic.”
Wilson, the United manager, has made no secret of his desire to reach the latter stages of the tournament, despite seeing his club become embroiled in an increasingly tortuous battle for promotion from League One.
Speaking ahead of Saturday’s fourth round fixture, Wilson said: “It’s got the potential to be a terrific tie. Absolutely fantastic as far as I’m concerned.
“We’re at home and in a good run of form so we should be confident and Birmingham will enter it in exactly the same frame of mind.
“For different reasons we’ll both fancy our chances of winning it and so that promises to make it a really exciting game.”
“Winning, as far as I’m concerned, is a habit,” added Wilson. “I don’t care what it is.
“The more games players win the more confident they get and the more they believe in themselves.
“If someone can show me a good game to lose then I’d be amazed to see it because I certainly can’t think of one.”
Wilson, who according to one player was “livid” when United exited the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy following a penalty shoot-out defeat by Bradford, appears something of a footballing romantic; determined to chase every single prize on offer rather than pick and choose when to perform.
However, he is also likely to have Machiavellian motivations. Aware that providing uplifting mood music for the directors’ suite is crucial at this pivotal stage of the campaign.
Nicely positioned in the race to join City in the Championship, Wilson would prefer offers for his key names to be rebutted during the mid-season transfer window despite acknowledging that United’s finances must be restructured.
United relinquished second place when they were beaten by Charlton Athletic last weekend but prepare for the visit of City having won 11 of their previous 13 outings in all competitions.
City manager Chris Hughton, whose team overcame Wolves in a replay in the previous round, has steered City to sixth a tier above.
His success at St Andrews means the Midlanders are destined to play a minimum of 58 games this term.
Predicting their march into the play-off positions will ensure his squad lock horns with United in a positive frame of mind, Hughton said: “It is a nice feeling where we are and I’m pleased for the players.
“It’s already been a long tough season and they’ve been playing catch-up.”
Wilson added: “Birmingham are a good side who were in the top-flight last season and showed by winning the Carling Cup that they take these games seriously.
“They will want to do well and willl bring a lot of fans so the atmosphere, with the backing ours have given us, should be great.”
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Banter Blade
Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 12:34 PMHow long will the Dogg find this funny i wonder. Foul language is best reserved for the low of intellect I find. Keep trying. Xxx
diΞsΞł 簡 dΦｇｇ
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:07 PMWhat is going on now? @11 was not me, probably diesel playing a double bluff, clever but not that clever.Ha Ha Im sat here giggling to myself @10 I should have said . Paw from Dogg, oh that would have been great, what do you think guys? And UTO post 1 was me but I was in a mood this morning, I woke up and not only could I not remember my NI number but Pedro had jizzed on my pillow when I specificly told him to wipe his co.ck on my curtain on the way out.
Banter Blade
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:06 PMBanter @1 is Deisel Dogg. Poor fella didn't like his poem not being adored. He will learn. Xxx
UTO
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 09:54 PMBanter Blunt I am starting to warm to you, you seem to be the only blunt out there with any brains.......... Talking of which..... Evening Silver... LOL. Champagne is on you then manc if that comes off!!!! I'll send you my email address LOL. Eh???? So Banter @ 1 is not Banter? I'm confused!!!!!!
Honolulu Wednesday 1867
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 08:08 PMI've heard the dirty truffle sniffers are arranging a live beam back to the sty, Currys have just announced they are providing 2 portable TV's
Banter Blade
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 01:29 PMOnly got to Florida before defending myself chaps. Don't worry I am fully behind the Blades. Dogg on the other hand will be chuckling in to his beer.
Banter Blade
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 01:27 PMFlorida - I think Deisel decided to get involved with some imitating as I dissed him for spending time writing a poem. I actually think we can get a win on Saturday. Poor form Dogg!
silverblade
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 12:57 PMNot like the real banter that, come on we'll be up for it and Birmingham ain't that good, a cup run will do confidence no harm at all...although off cause the league is priority..
Blade 1889
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 12:42 PMAgree @5 Banter can't be for real. Not even dogg actually thinks the Blades will get humiliated. Tough game but United are strong at home and can score goals. Both teams will be up for it and should play some decent stuff away from the pressures of the league. Banter if you're real get down to the Lane and stop talking rubbish.
DexterMorgan
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:35 AMNo humiliation, Birmingham may show contempt for Utd by fielding a number of reserve team players, DW meanwhile will field a full strength side, a close game.
Donny Blades
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:30 AMHow can you say that?? Since when have birmingham been barcelona?? If the pigs can beat the top a league surely we can beat a play off contender. A bit of faith in your team banter blade!!
floridablade
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:26 AMBanter Blade are you from the dark side, that comment does not sound like a true Blade to me, ok its going to be a tough game but come on humiliated ???? UTB
doggtheveryspecialdeputy
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:25 AMI said honest Manc come on we all know blades dont have a spare tenner.
Mancblade
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:12 AMIve had a tenner on us winning 3-0 (46-1)
doggtheveryspecialdeputy
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 10:06 AMFor once I agree with a blade.. come on the rest of you lot get on here and start getting honest.
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