Stoke Delighted With Toon Draw!

Last updated : 03 December 2007 By Footy Mad - Editor
Stoke boss Tony Pulis: "It's a fantastic draw for us. They are one of the really big fish out there and I'd expect a full house for this one.
 
"We've got nothing to be afraid of because it's a no-lose situation for us ... and anything is possible with the kind of atmosphere our fans can create.

"They've got a team full of big names that maybe should be doing better than they are, but that won't frighten our lads. They'll be fighting each other to get out there to play Newcastle."

Sam Allardyce: "Stoke have been going well in the Championship.

"They've got an experienced squad, including some lads who know what it's like to play in the Premier League. We will have to be on our mettle."