Pardew: For the first time we have coped without Colo


By Tyne-Talk
November 8 2013

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew has praised his team for adequately covering Fabricio Coloccini in his absence after admitting that they have failed to do so in the past. Coloccini who is out with a groin injury hasn't played for the club since before the last round of International games, is expected to return on Sunday.

Pardew said;

"It's the first time we've coped with losing Colo. Central defence is an area I think our fans worry about so it's a huge boost.

Credit to the players who have come in while Fab has been out. I think Mike Williamson in particular has been fantastic. 

Yanga is still learning and it's my view that centre-halves are at their peak between 32 and 36 years of age because it's not until you have that experience that you blossom.

Against Chelsea, Mike was so mature, he's learned the little tricks of the trade and used them to good effect."

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