Dave Kitson on talkSPORT: Fascinating insight into why Stoke ‘crossed the line’ against Arsenal

Dave Kitson on talkSPORT: Fascinating insight into why Stoke ‘crossed the line’ against Arsenal
Dave Kitson has given a fascinating insight into Stoke City’s mentality under Tony Pulis.The former Stoke striker, writing in his column for The Sun, claimed that former Potters boss Pulis wound up his players so much that it contributed to Ryan Shawcross breaking Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey’s leg in an infamous incident in February 2010.2

Arsenal players react with horror after Aaron Ramsey breaks his leg at Stoke

Expanding on his controversial column when speaking on talkSPORT 2 on Friday, Kitson said: “Tony was very good at motivating players. He was very keen to beat Arsenal. We all were.“They were the antithesis of what we were as a team. I certainly thoughtWenger looked at us like we weren’t fit to be on the same pitch and I definitely felt that they were looking down their noses at us whenever they played Stoke, which angered me, angered a lot of the players and angered Tony. “He was desperate to beat the big teams to prove himself but this one had an added spice because of the way we played, the way Arsenal played and the way we felt we were perceived by Arsenal and unfortunately in that particular game that passion to win manifested itself in the worst possible way.We were overly aggressive.“Teams are a reflection of the manager. Tony was desperate to win that game, we were desperate to win that game and we crossed the line in that particular game.“We crossed the line because we went hell for leather to try and win that game and be aggressive which was a reflection of the way Tony wanted us to play. We didn’t go out to break anyone’s leg. We did go out to be physical and in that game we crossed the line.2

Dave Kitson admits Stoke crossed the line against Arsenal

“We were wound up trying to beat Arsenal which was a reflection of where Tony was.“He wanted to win that game desperately and he made us want to win it even more, which is a talent, getting your team to rally round you.“Unfortunately it came out wrong. We got it all wrong that game.”

---

Rangers 2-0 Aberdeen: James Tavernier penalty double delays Celtic's Scottish Premiership title celebrations The Hoops are on the verge of winning the league though as they hold a nine-point
Rangers 2-0 Aberdeen: James Tavernier scores twice to deny

---

Update, Sunday 25/11: The Copa Libertadores final second leg has been postponed for a second time - follow live coverage of this breaking news here. Follow River Plate v Boca Juniors live online
Boca Juniors v River Plate rivalry explained: Copa

---

Neil Warnock's personal message to Liverpool fans as Cardiff City team he will field against Man City becomes clearer. Neil Warnock added to his comments that he might 'play the Under-23s' at the
Manchester sign takes Neil Warnock's under-23 threat at face

---

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said Manchester United faces a battle to finish in the Premier League's top six next season, let alone challenge for the title, though the Red Devils manager is confident he will be granted time to lead the club back to the summit.
Ole Solskjaer at Amazon.co.uk | Low Prices on Ole Solskjaer
AD

---

The rumours surrounding Spurs manager Pochettino's move to Manchester United are growing every day. With Mauricio Pochettino insisting he is focusing on his season with Tottenham but not ready to commit his future to Spurs. As a result of all there were reports that Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe is ready to replace Pochettino at Spurs.

---

Vincent Kompany: Five player-managers who prove Manchester City captain has a very difficult task ahead fpnews May 23, 2019 0 Vincent Kompany has announced he will leave Manchester City to become a player-manager at his former club Anderlecht.
Vincent Kompany: Five player-managers who prove Manchester

---

Christian Eriksen open to Tottenham exit with desire to 'try something new' Eriksen's agent has told Sky Sports News that Tottenham have known about his client's desire to leave for some time
Manchester United told they will have to cough up at least £
fussboll.com/2019/04/27/manchester-united-told-they-will-have-to-cough-up-at-least-60m-for-danish-playmaker/
Manchester United have been told by Spurs they will have to cough up at least £60million if they want to sign Christian Eriksen.. The Red Devils are planning a massive overhaul of the squad, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hugely dissatisfied with his current crop following their barren run of form in which they have recorded seven defeats in nine matches.
Manchester United draw up shortlist to replace Paul Pogba

---

committed Cech is believed to be moving into a technical role at Stamford Bridge this summer but is expected start in goal against them in the Europa League final Petr Cech maintains his 'sole focus' is to help Arsenal win the Europa League following a report the goalkeeper is to return to his former club
Chelsea vs Arsenal: Petr Cech insists focus is on winning

---

Chelsea vs Manchester City Carabao Cup final analysis: How Maurizio Sarri can avenge 6-0 loss Keep up to date with the latest news, features and exclusives from football.london via the free football.london app for iPhone and Android. Available to download from the App Store and Google Play.
~ Chelsea vs Manchester City team news: Confirmed Blues XI

---

Romelu Lukaku drops Man Utd transfer hint with Antonio Conte admission. Romelu Lukaku is a target for former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte at Inter Milan and he has hinted a move could be on the cards

---

Ex-Chelsea manager has been at training ground speaking to Antonio Conte ANTONIO CONTE was given a pep talk by former Chelsea boss Claudio Ranieri this week, who won the league with Leicester last term.
Andrea Pirlo - ProSoccerTalk

---

Manchester United struggling to sell out Old Trafford for Champions League clash with Valencia as club texts members about available tickets. Manchester United are struggling to sell out for
Manchester United struggling to sell tickets for Young Boys

---

Apr 20, 2019 · The battles at the summit of the Premier League table continue as three of the top six teams take the field on Sunday. The title race is still white hot, with both Manchester City and Liverpool
Premier League Roundup : Leicester stun Liverpool, United

---

GET UP! Manchester United news: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tells Alexis Sanchez to get out of his seat after the forward was forced off through injury
Manchester United news: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tells Alexis

---