Eriksson backs under-fire Garrido

Sven-Goran Eriksson has claimed he would defend Javier Garrido “until his death” after the Manchester City defender bore the brunt of criticism for the shock six-goal mauling at Chelsea on Saturday.

Garrido is facing a threat to his place from Michael Ball for tonight’s Carling Cup fourth round clash with Bolton at the Reebok Stadium.