Southgate questions Houllier selection

Former Aston Villa skipper Gareth Southgate believes manager Gerard Houllier “runs the risk of a lot of criticism” after fielding a much-changed side for the FA Cup clash at Manchester City.

Houllier made eight changes to the side which defeated Blackburn 4-1 at the weekend in the Barclays Premier League, although striker Darren Bent was cup-tied and defender Nathan Baker injured.