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Callum McManaman relishing semi-final clash

Date: 11th March 2013 at 7:55 am | Written by
Callum McManaman relishing semi-final clashWigan striker Callum McManaman says that it will be a dream come true to play at Wembley in the FA Cup semi-final. The Latics booked a spot in the last four of the competition with a well-earned 3-0 victory against Everton at Goodison Park. McManaman, who scored the second goal of the game, is relishing …

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Martinez won’t let FA Cup run derail survival quest

Date: 4th March 2013 at 7:55 am | Written by
Martinez won’t let FA Cup run derail survival questWigan manager Roberto Martinez has vowed to prioritise Premier League safety over a possible FA Cup triumph. The Latics are just 90 minutes away from a trip to Wembley, with Everton their opponents in next weekend’s quarter-final clash. But, despite the lure of a potential domestic final, Martinez, who watched his team slip to a …

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Benitez slams Chelsea fans after FA Cup victory

Date: 28th February 2013 at 9:08 am | Written by
Benitez slams Chelsea fans after FA Cup victoryChelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez launched a scathing attack on the club’s supporters, after his side’s FA Cup fifth round victory over Middlesbrough. The Spaniard has been far from popular during his short stint in West London, with large sections of the home crowd openly voicing their displeasure at his appointment. Benitez had been critical …

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Baines hopeful of Wembley final appearance

Date: 27th February 2013 at 6:27 am | Written by
Baines hopeful of Wembley final appearanceEverton full-back Leighton Baines has admitted that he is hoping the club can reach the FA Cup final, after overcoming Oldham in their fifth round replay. The Toffess eliminated their League One rivals with a convincing 3-1 victory at Goodison Park to book a spot in the quarter-finals. Goals from Kevin Mirallas, Leon Osman and …

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Everton boss ready for crunch time

Date: 26th February 2013 at 4:43 pm | Written by
Everton boss ready for crunch timeTofees manager David Moyes believes his team faces a crucial stretch in the season and remains confident in his squad succeeding, starting with tonight’s FA Cup clash against Oldham Athletic, Sky Sports reports. Goodison Park recieves Oldham in the last-sixteen cup re-match after a 2-2 draw in the first game, in hopes of making it …

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Paul Scharner dreaming of Wembley

Date: 21st February 2013 at 8:01 am | Written by
Paul Scharner dreaming of WembleyWigan midfielder Paul Scharner is hopeful that the Latics can get through their FA Cup quarter-final tie to book a trip to Wembley. The DW Stadium-based outfit will face one of Everton or Oldham in the next round, knowing that a positive result will guarantee a game at the national stadium. Scharner recently returned to …

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Fergie thrilled with Man United’s FA Cup victory

Date: 19th February 2013 at 6:38 am | Written by
Fergie thrilled with Man United’s FA Cup victoryManchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was happy with the performance of his team during their 2-1 FA Cup fifth round win over Reading. The Red Devils were frustrated by the visitors during the first-half, but Nani broke the deadlock with just over 20 minutes to play via a deflected strike. Javier Hernandez doubled United’s advantage …

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Chelsea ace sorry for Bees barge

Date: 18th February 2013 at 11:37 am | Written by
Chelsea ace sorry for Bees bargeDavid Luiz went to find Bees player Jake Reeves to personally apologise for his reckless collision with the 19-year-old during Sunday’s 4-0 win against Brentford. David Luiz collided with Reeves in the 86th minute and his shoulder caught him in the face causing him to suffer concussion. The Bees player was forced to go off the …

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McDermott ‘surprised’ by Manchester United

Date: 18th February 2013 at 8:34 am | Written by
McDermott ‘surprised’ by Manchester UnitedReading manager Brian McDermott has revealed that he is “surprised” by the lead Manchester United have opened up at the top of the Premier League. The Royals travel to Old Trafford this evening for their FA Cup fifth round clash as underdogs. The Red Devils have opened up a 12-point gap between themselves and local …

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Arsene Wenger demands Arsenal response

Date: 18th February 2013 at 7:50 am | Written by
Arsene Wenger demands Arsenal responseArsenal manager Arsene Wenger has called on his players to bounce back from their shock FA Cup defeat to Blackburn. The home loss has all but finished the Gunners’ hopes of ending their eight-year trophy drought this season, with only the Champions League left to play for. However, Wenger, whose side take on Bayern Munich …

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