Source: Team_Talk
Collins blasts 'ridiculous' Wenger
Arsenal manager Wenger made his thoughts clear on Villa's approach after Wednesday's goalless draw between the two sides.[LNB]Villa boss Martin O'Neill was clearly unhappy when told of Wenger's outburst and claimed it was an "appalling insult."[LNB]Now Collins has echoed those sentiments ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Fulham at Craven Cottage.[LNB]The former West Ham centre-back said: "They were ridiculous comments by Arsene Wenger. I don't think he has any right saying that about teams.[LNB]"It's the same on the pitch. You sort of get the impression playing against them that you can't tackle them.[LNB]"The comments he has made are so stupid, it's unbelievable. If we played long balls, we wouldn't be in the position we are in.[LNB]"Obviously the manager (O'Neill) is angry with the comments as well and we can't believe what he has said."[LNB]Collins added: "I've never played in a team where we have played better football. It's one of the most bizarre comments I've ever heard.[LNB]"Wenger has got a bit of a reputation for coming out with odd comments now and again so you just have to take it with a pinch of salt really."[LNB]Meanwhile, Villa left-back Wilfred Bouma has again started on the comeback trail after 18 months out of action.[LNB]Bouma had recovered from the dislocated ankle suffered in an Intertoto Cup clash with Odense in July 2008 but then sustained a toe problem in October.[LNB]Now the Dutch international is back in full training.[LNB][LNB] Top Of Prem Midnight 31st Jan 2010 Top Of League After Weekend: Arsenal 18/1
