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Carson looking to hit all targets

Albion captain Scott Carson is convinced the team can hit a winning double after revealing how darts is keeping them flying on their travels.


Versatility the key for Villa boss

Villa manager Martin O’Neill takes his team to Tottenham for a top-four showdown insisting his players versatility has been the key to their success this season.


Vokes looking to follow Jones’ lead

Wolves’ knockout talisman Sam Vokes hopes to follow David Jones in using the FA Cup as the launchpad to win a place in Mick McCarthy’s Premier League team.


Walsall have the edge warns Smith

Walsall defender Manny Smith believes the team have the psychological edge over Norwich as they aim to spring another shock on the league leaders.


Third time lucky hope for Zubar

Wolves defender Ronald Zubar is hoping to make it third time lucky in cup competitions in his likely recall against Crystal Palace.


Albion target a repeat of 2008

Albion have targeted a repeat of their 2008 league and cup success as winger Jerome Thomas insisted they can deliver success on two fronts.


McLeish sympathises with Davies

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish sympathises with Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies – as they are both fighting the same fire of expectation.


Villa boss hints at Heskey stay

Villa boss Martin O’Neill has moved to clarify Emile Heskey’s future by hinting plans to keep the striker.


Henry wants to add to Reds’ woes

Wolves captain Karl Henry believes there is no better time to go to Liverpool than on Boxing Day.


Another century the target for Albion

Albion leading scorer Chris Brunt believes the Baggies can smash the 100 goals barrier for the third time in four seasons.

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