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Archive for September, 2009

Lambert a happy man as 4-0 O's drubbing proves to be just what the Doc ordered

September 30th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“He [Gary Doherty] has given me a problem, of course. Everybody does when they play well – they give the manager a problem and the manager has to pick a team to win games.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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Cave-Brown aiming to show City what they missed out on as the O's roll into town

September 29th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“I didn’t get much of an opportunity there, so maybe there is a little point to prove. But it’s not about myself – the main thing is that the team’s got to go there, put in a performance and get the three points.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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Lambert hoping for more lady luck as they try to turn those draws into victories

September 28th, 2009 by Tom Haylett | Comments Off

“Before the sending off on Saturday, there was only one team in the game,” Lambert said. “It was as well as we’ve played since I’ve been here and if we carry on like that we won’t be too far away.” TOM HAYLETT reports ahead of tomorrow’s Carrow Road clash with Leyton Orient.

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Lambert delighted with City's never-say-die spirit as Russell spares Canary blushes

September 27th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“They battled really well, especially as we were down to 10 men for most of it, and I felt they definitely deserved something out of the game,” said the City boss. “They never wilted and kept on going – which is really pleasing.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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Lambert warning of 'big scalp' syndrome as Hughes looks set to return

September 25th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“You’re a name, you’re a scalp and they’ll want to take us, not the other way around,” Paul Lambert said this morning. “But we’re not thinking ‘oh we’re only going to Gillingham where they only get 8,000’. TOM HAYLETT reports.

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Lambert ties Steer down until 2012 despite not seeing him make a save in anger

September 24th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“Getting this on my 17th birthday is just fantastic,” said the England youth goalkeeper. “I’m now hoping for a good season in the youth team and then try and break into the reserves.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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Holt not fussed about what Parky thinks as he insists goal was perfectly legitimate

September 22nd, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“When I went for the ball I think there was no way the goalie was going to get it,” said the striker. “He was out swinging and he’s got three yards to come out claim it and he’s come and missed the ball. It’s hit me and gone in.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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Wes happy to stay and cause some more damage. Just ask Charlton what he can do…

September 20th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“Obviously I haven’t been playing the last few games but I played today and I’m just happy about that,” said a clearly delighted Hoolahan after the game. “I want to stay, I like it here.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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You know what, old Stan quite enjoyed that… twas almost like old times

September 20th, 2009 by Stanley | Comments Off

Lambert’s team look organised, and well drilled and they sure aren’t going to roll over and die when they go behind. In fact, all he needs to do to prove he’s the real deal is spot the defensive link between Saturday’s opposition goals!

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Lambert praises 'colossal' City with special mentions for Messrs Holt, Hoolahan and Smith

September 20th, 2009 by Latest News | Comments Off

“He [Korey Smith] has done brilliantly. I’m asking an awful lot of him and if we had more experienced lads, he might not have got as many games. But since I’ve been here, he’s been terrific.” TOM HAYLETT reports.

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