Former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira was desperate to stop the ledge of Tottenham Hotspur to qualify for the Champions League next season. And brought his new team, Manchester City, finish in top four.Simple way, to win the final two games. Including Spurs opponent.
City will face the Spurs on Wednesday night Eastland was the game that turned into a play-off 'official' ratings of four between the two teams.
Spurs currently lead by one point in the City after the two teams were both victorious at the weekend. City beat Aston Villa 3-1 and Bolton 1-0 Spurs win the opponent.
City back to play at home mid-week, and Vieira can not wait to welcome ex-North London rivals his first Arsenal costumed as this.
"It would be fantastic if they can beat them. I'm expecting a bad reception from fans. But if we can win, it will not be a problem at all for me" he said.
"It's always interesting to face the match against Tottenham. But its focus is clear. Three points"
"We're very close. We were on our way to get there. And I strongly believe, with the support we got from the fans, we will be able to beat the Spurs"
"These last two games the entire season will determine how it runs"
"So, we are working harder these days and it will be fantastic for everyone at the club if we could play in the Champions League next season"
Vieira manager, Roberto Mancini was impressed with dominant performances this year 33 players in midfield against Villa yesterday.
"I am happy with Patrick, he played incredible game against Villa and he had plenty of experience '
"He has too many problems when joining here. He is a player that high and have to work harder. But now he even had the opportunity to perform at the World Cup. I hope he'll be playing there" explains Mancini.