BARRY TO RISK VILLA BACKLASH.GARETH BARRY Gareth Barry (born February 23, 1981 in Hastings, East Sussex), is an English footballer and captain of Aston Villa. He also plays for England. Along with former team-mate Gareth Southgate, he was the only player to play in both final matches at the old Wembley Stadium, once for last night risked the wrath of his former club by saying he understands why Emile Heskey Emile William Ivanhoe Heskey[6] (born January 11 1978 in Leicester, England)[1] is an English footballer. Known for his pace and strength,[7] he is a striker currently playing for Premier League side Wigan Athletic. needs to quit Aston Villa. England midfielder Barry is public enemy No.1 at Villa Park Villa Park, village (1990 pop. 22,253), Du Page co., NE Ill.; inc. 1914. It is a residential suburb W of Chicago. after his pounds 12million summer switch to Manchester City. And his latest comments are unlikely to go down well with Villa boss Martin O'Neill and the club's fans. Heskey, who has started just one Premier League game this season, admits he may quit Villa in January to ensure he keeps his World Cup hopes alive. Barry said: "I know where his fears are probably coming from. "He's done fantastically for England with his partnership with Wayne Rooney Wayne Mark Rooney (born 24 October 1985 in Liverpool) is an English footballer who currently plays for the English Premier League club Manchester United and the England national team. and he is probably thinking how long it can go on without playing for his club. "The manager has made it clear you have to be playing regularly and I am sure it is something Emile will need to think about. "It is a World Cup year, so that raises expectations. Of course it will be in the back of a player's mind. "Emile is no different to anyone else. He wants to be playing regularly and you have to work hard at your club, so that could be good for England above everything else." Barry also claims City's new wealth has made them a target of hate and jealousy. But he insisted: "The whole club expected it. The manager has made the point to us. We've tried to use it to help us, to bring us together and to work harder. "I don't think it will affect me with England fans - they will judge players on how hard they're working." Barry was axed from the starting line-up in Ukraine. But he added: "It was not really a surprise because you're always on your toes. "You respect the team that's picked and work hard to get back involved." CAPTION(S): SUPPORT Barry reckons Emile Heskey is right to consider a move |
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