Wounded Leicester City will show their teeth, vows Nigel Pearson
Leicester City will come out fighting tonight as they bid to get their promotion push back on track against league leaders Cardiff.
That is the pledge from manager Nigel Pearson, who admitted that his side had been wounded by their recent poor form which has seen them pick up just five points from a possible 21.
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feeling the strain: Sean St Ledger (left) and Wes Morgan after Saturday's 1-0 defeat
However, Pearson said he sensed a steely determination not to let their hard work this season go to waste and that, even though confidence has become fragile, the players remain positive.
"We are getting to a critical part of the season and we have looked for the first time as though it has affected us," he said in the wake of Saturday's 1-0 defeat at home to Sheffield Wednesday.
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"But I do know, having spoken to the players after the game, that their disappointment in the performance has created a real feeling of wanting to go out and do something about it.
"I don't believe in shying away from what the issues are. There was no doubt we didn't play very well at the weekend, we under performed.
"But I know what our players are capable of. So do they, and they are as keen as we are to rectify that and get back to winning ways.
"It is tough because we had worked really hard to get into a good position but, at the minute, our performances are not reflecting some of the hard work we have done in the past.
"We have got a very tough game tonight, but what a great opportunity for us to bounce back.
"There are always going to be people doubting, but we have come back from a few setbacks before. We have to do go out and show what we can do."
Pearson has come under pressure from some sections of the media, but he said he does not feel it any more than usual and that the club's owners remain supportive of him and his staff.
"There is always pressure but I don't suppose it is any different now to any other time of the season," he said.
"It is probably more visible because, with the number of games decreasing, there is more emphasis on any shifts in form. I am aware of that.
"I would rather we were winning consistently but it is really important to try to keep a lid on the raw emotions people feel.
"I have been in close contact with them (the owners) over the past couple of weeks.
"They are as disappointed as we are with the result we had at weekend, but they have been very supportive."
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by Alanprichard
Wednesday, March 13 2013, 4:13AM
“Hahahahaha I love to see spewlu's posts. He really is an absolute plonker. hahaha more to be pitied than laughed at don't you agree spewlu?????? I think you were better when you were Piles.”
by foxeerod
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 10:16PM
“there you go squirril33 , i told you wed turn it around,only 12 more unbeaten games to go... ye of little faith.
up the mighty blue foxes”
by lolojones
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 3:13PM
“we need dobranovich aka batman”
by squirril33
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 2:25PM
“Lulu and Foxeerod we just need one more to make up the 3 stooges comedy act. Come on Ash get in there. Best team in the world what an idiot. They are not even near the top Re Midlands teams. Lay down relax and take some tablets it'll pass.”
by lolojones
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 2:06PM
“Leicester City fc - by far the greatest team the worlds ever seen.
2-0 to the blues tonight, big nige is a legend.
COYB, FOXES NEVER”
by foxeerod
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 1:44PM
“i am fully behind the manager and i think we will turn it around tonight and embark on a 13 game unbeaten run including the 3 play off games
come on you mighty blue foxes”
by AlanHebbs
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 1:35PM
“Wounded Leicester City will show their teeth, vows Nigel Pearson You wont see Niegel Pearsons teels, He never smiles !!!!”
by AlanHebbs
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 1:29PM
“I think the tide has turned for NP , He left us ( Hull ) for money , We are all so glad to see the back of him , Best thing he has ever did. His play reflecs his dour personality . I feel so sorry for your LC fans . His time is numbered.
Good luck tonight .”
by squirril33
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 1:16PM
“Im sorry Phil but the mere sight or sound of the guy makes me want to throw up.”
by philk67
Tuesday, March 12 2013, 12:44PM
“squirril33 I very much respect and like reading your comments but I have to say Yorkshire_Fox is right and now is the time to get behind the team irrespective the many ill feelings towards Mr Pearsonality. We have to come out of this terrible slump soon or our season will well and truly be over. I personally don't like Pearson, I think his media skills are awful, his tactics limited, his apparent lack of willingness to work with strong minded personalities and could be a clue to the lack of confidence (too many young inexperienced players frightened to challenge his tactics and decision making????) but if he turns this around and gets us to the Premier League, I could care less. This is a results business, cold, hard and simple. At the moment, we are hanging on in there, if we don't make the playoffs, based on results and the clubs ambitions, he will be gone plain and simple. But for now and through gritted teeth I will get behind the boys and the Manager.”