Wilko ready for hostile reception

Last updated : 03 December 2002 By Black Cat
Wilkinson is a popular hate figure among Blades fans since his days as manager of United's bitter rivals Sheffield Wednesday.

"It will be like going into enemy territory for me. I've been there before and come out reasonably unscathed. Hopefully we can preserve that run.

"There is no doubt I will get a hot reception," said the Black Cats boss.

"It is going to be spicy, but I'm looking forward to it. I look forward to every game.

"They will be flying. They are doing well in their league and they will see this as a big scalp.

"Their manager will have everybody thinking they are the underdogs and the crowd will be generous to them from the start.

"It will be a good atmosphere and it is going to be another test for us. They've got some good players in their side."


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