175 Quotes by Sam Allardyce

He is going to get stick every game now and the only way he can answer that is by playing like he did at Birmingham,

We've finally got clearance through for Nakata so he can come into the fray if we think it's necessary or when we think it is necessary.

He didn't get anywhere near the ball. If that had been a defender, it would have been a penalty, but goalkeepers have this protection.

He changed the system which we expected. We knew they would come out with a bit more tempo about them...but we didn't expect them to steamroller us.

We are going to need a double-decker in front of our goal rather than the team coach!

Kevin has led the team with passion and professionalism. Each week he gives you everything and he has the ability to be a top player for years to come. One of his main attributes is his ability to score goals on a regular basis. If he continues to progress, he'll go close to earning a seat on the plane to Germany in June.

It is frustrating because I am ambitious, but that's out of my hands,

It is not settled yet but we are still talking and want the matter settled sooner rather than later. I am quite confident about the outcome. He has always been very comfortable at the club and always enjoyed his football here.

Jay-Jay just needs to play better when he gets the opportunity - it's that simple.