Paul Lambert: If anyone wants to know about Roy, Ill put it on your plate so you know: theres absolutely no problem whatsoever, said Lambert. Former Manchester United lynchpin Keanes party line for quitting his Villa post was to focus on his assistants role with the Republic of Ireland. Lambert added: Hes got a lot of commitments with Ireland, hes never had a break from going away with Ireland, and never had a break from Aston Villa. So I totally respect his decision. Contrary to reports, there was absolutely nothing, absolutely no bust-up, no arguing, nothing like that. I thank him for his time coming to work for me. I spoke to him before the Burnley game, after the Burnley game, and we still have the same relationship. So I just want to put that to bed, alright? Back to your point, its a massive four points in the last two away games, and were four games unbeaten. Two young centre-halves having played well, Benteke back in with a goal and I thought Alan Hutton was fantastic. Villa crept up to 12th courtesy of just their fourth league win in 14 games this term, with Palace left frustrated due to toothless final-third play. Lambert hailed Bentekes return to goal-scoring form after a poor red card against Tottenham last month cost him a three-match ban. Hes missed half the year, so thats the magnitude of it (his 30th goal in 60 league games), Im delighted for him, said Lambert. It was a great goal from Christian today. The suspension never helped his case, but that was a fantastic return.
Posted on: Wed, 03 Dec 2014 15:31:19 +0000