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Mark Hughes accuses Match of the Day pundits of trying to 'nail' players

Mark Hughes, the Manchester City manager, has responded to criticisms from Match of the Day's pundits, and in particular Alan Hansen, by condemning their habit of trying to "nail" players and accusing them of making damning judgments without having... Full Article at Guardian Unlimited

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  2. Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has accused the Match of the Day pundits who delivered a withering assessment of Wayne Bridge at the weekend of seizing any chance to submit players to public criticism without first watching complete match... Full Article at The Independent

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