Stoke City: October 2008 Archives

Seyi Olofinjana is convinced Stoke can pile on the misery for title-chasers Arsenal when the two sides lock horns at the Britannia.

Tony Pulis is concerned Stoke could feel the full force of an Arsenal backlash at the Britannia on Saturday.

Tony Pulis has paid tribute to the "magnificent" Stoke fans and dedicated the 1-0 win over Sunderland to them.

Stoke midfielder Liam Lawrence is expected to return to action in November after undergoing a successful ankle operation.

Ricardo Fuller scored late on to secure the victory for Stoke which moves them out of the relegation places.

Rory Delap is hoping to help Stoke get one over on his old club Sunderland on Wednesday night and banish memories of a serious injury.

Tony Pulis has hinted that striker Dave Kitson could be restored to the Stoke starting XI for Wednesday's visit of Sunderland.

Stoke manager Tony Pulis is considering a £4million move for Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood, according to reports.

Key defender Ibrahima Sonko has a groin injury and could miss Wednesday's visit of Sunderland to Stoke.

Tony Pulis says he hopes the decision to drop Dave Kitson for the game at Man City will help him end his goal drought.

Tony Pulis believes missed chances cost Stoke at Manchester City and feels the Potters should have got something from the game.

A Robinho-inspired Manchester City recorded a comfortable 3-0 win over a Stoke side still looking for their first win on the road.

Thomas Sorensen is determined to return to Stoke's starting line up at Manchester City on Sunday despite suffering a nasty eye injury.

Stoke duo Ryan Shawcross and Ricardo Fuller are pushing for Premier League recalls at Manchester City on Sunday.

Man City boss Mark Hughes admits his side has to be ready for Rory Delap's booming throw-ins against Stoke on Sunday.

Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross admits he is desperate to start against Man City if Ibrahima Sonko fails to shake off groin trouble.

Alan Hutton says Thomas Sorensen's accusation that he intentionally tried to hurt him "leaves a wee bit of a sour taste in my mouth".

Stoke goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen has blasted Spurs defender Alan Hutton and accused him of deliberately injuring him.

Captain Danny Higginbotham has heaped praise on Stoke's fans for their support this season and told them: You're magnificent.

Stoke defender Danny Higginbotham says he will be happy to hand penalty-taking duties back over to Liam Lawrence and Ricardo Fuller.

Stoke manager Tony Pulis has said he kept Ricardo Fuller on the bench against Tottenham on Sunday because of sleep depravation.

Tom Soares has said he is hopeful he can stay in the Stoke City side for the foreseeable future after an impressive debut.

Stoke midfielder Salif Diao says there is plenty of room for improvement despite Sunday's 2-1 win over Tottenham.

Rory Delap's second-half strike edged Stoke to a narrow win over nine-man Spurs in an amazing game at the Britannia Stadium.

Stoke City boss Tony Pullis has backed Dave Kitson to shine against Spurs even though he is yet to score for the Potters.

Michael Tonge and Tom Soares will battle it out for the position vacated by Liam Lawrence if he fails to make the visit of Tottenham.

Andrew Davies will undergo minor knee surgery on Monday after suffering a setback in training for Stoke.

Sheffield Wednesday have completed the signing of Stoke defender Lewis Buxton on an initial one-month loan.

Stoke star Rory Delap is putting his international disappointment behind him by concentrating on the Potters' survival bid.

Abdoulaye Faye is doubtful for Sunday's game against Tottenham Hotspur after picking up a knock on international duty.

First team coach Mark O'Connor has warned that City could face Spurs without Ricardo Fuller if he's not back from Jamaica in time.

Tony Pulis has confirmed he will hold talks with Dave Kitson to get to the bottom of rumours that Stoke's record signing is unsettled.

Stoke chairman Peter Coates has confirmed cash will be made available for squad strengthening in January but he won't say how much.

Tony Pulis insists central defender Ryan Shawcross will be staying with Stoke despite being linked with a loan switch to Derby County.

Stoke City midfielder Liam Lawrence is unlikely to be fit to face Tottenham next weekend after suffering a setback in his recovery.

Stoke City goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen has claimed that Martin O'Neill nearly ruined his career while he was at Aston Villa.

Stoke star Liam Lawrence fears his ankle injury could be more serious than first thought after it failed to respond to treatment.

Part-time Stoke City coach Gerry Francis will spend the weekend deciding whether or not to quit and join Newcastle.

Stoke City defender Leon Cort says Tony Pulis has kept everyone in the squad on their toes through added competition for places.

Stoke City are rumoured to be watching Ivory Coast midfielder Gilles Yapi Yapo after he admitted he could be off to the Premier League.

Derby manager Paul Jewell wants to sign Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross on loan but admits the deal may struggle to go through.

Tony Pulis is furious with Senegal for demanding injured Stoke midfielder Salif Diao must travel to team up with the national squad.

Captain Andy Griffin believes Stoke's home form could be the key to whether his side avoid Premier League relegation.

Tony Pulis has backed record signing Dave Kitson to rediscover his form in front of the posts and claim his first goal for Stoke.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis has hailed Rory Delap's long throws as an "important asset" to his side.

Stoke have been handed a blow in their reported bid to sign Liverpool's Sami Hyppia after Martin Skrtel picked up a knee injury.

Stoke City's long-throw expert Rory Delap has hit out at claims his side will struggle to score goals without him in the team.

Stoke star Rory Delap rates himself 50:50 for the clash at Portsmouth after suffering hamstring trouble ahead of the Chelsea defeat.

Former Stoke City star Denis Smith claims the 'Britannia Stadium factor' will keep the Potters in the Premier League this season.

Tony Pulis has warned his Stoke players that he is not afraid to sell anybody that he feels is a disruptive influence on the team.

Stoke teenager Ryan Shotton has had his loan spell with League One side Tranmere extended by another month.

Seyi Olofinjana is convinced Stoke can pile on the misery for title-chasers Arsenal when the two sides lock horns at the Britannia.

Tony Pulis is concerned Stoke could feel the full force of an Arsenal backlash at the Britannia on Saturday.

Tony Pulis has paid tribute to the "magnificent" Stoke fans and dedicated the 1-0 win over Sunderland to them.

Stoke midfielder Liam Lawrence is expected to return to action in November after undergoing a successful ankle operation.

Ricardo Fuller scored late on to secure the victory for Stoke which moves them out of the relegation places.

Rory Delap is hoping to help Stoke get one over on his old club Sunderland on Wednesday night and banish memories of a serious injury.

Tony Pulis has hinted that striker Dave Kitson could be restored to the Stoke starting XI for Wednesday's visit of Sunderland.

Stoke manager Tony Pulis is considering a £4million move for Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood, according to reports.

Key defender Ibrahima Sonko has a groin injury and could miss Wednesday's visit of Sunderland to Stoke.

Tony Pulis says he hopes the decision to drop Dave Kitson for the game at Man City will help him end his goal drought.

Tony Pulis believes missed chances cost Stoke at Manchester City and feels the Potters should have got something from the game.

A Robinho-inspired Manchester City recorded a comfortable 3-0 win over a Stoke side still looking for their first win on the road.

Thomas Sorensen is determined to return to Stoke's starting line up at Manchester City on Sunday despite suffering a nasty eye injury.

Stoke duo Ryan Shawcross and Ricardo Fuller are pushing for Premier League recalls at Manchester City on Sunday.

Man City boss Mark Hughes admits his side has to be ready for Rory Delap's booming throw-ins against Stoke on Sunday.

Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross admits he is desperate to start against Man City if Ibrahima Sonko fails to shake off groin trouble.

Alan Hutton says Thomas Sorensen's accusation that he intentionally tried to hurt him "leaves a wee bit of a sour taste in my mouth".

Stoke goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen has blasted Spurs defender Alan Hutton and accused him of deliberately injuring him.

Captain Danny Higginbotham has heaped praise on Stoke's fans for their support this season and told them: You're magnificent.

Stoke defender Danny Higginbotham says he will be happy to hand penalty-taking duties back over to Liam Lawrence and Ricardo Fuller.

Stoke manager Tony Pulis has said he kept Ricardo Fuller on the bench against Tottenham on Sunday because of sleep depravation.

Tom Soares has said he is hopeful he can stay in the Stoke City side for the foreseeable future after an impressive debut.

Stoke midfielder Salif Diao says there is plenty of room for improvement despite Sunday's 2-1 win over Tottenham.

Rory Delap's second-half strike edged Stoke to a narrow win over nine-man Spurs in an amazing game at the Britannia Stadium.

Stoke City boss Tony Pullis has backed Dave Kitson to shine against Spurs even though he is yet to score for the Potters.