Nolan backs Toon star Gutierrez to make Argentina's World Cup squad

01 March 2010 12:11
Jonas Gutierrez should be in Argentina's World Cup squad, according to his  Newcastle team-mate Kevin Nolan. [LNB]Although it seems unthinkable that Diego Maradona would pick a second-division player for such a prestigious tournament, former Bolton midfielder Nolan thinks that Argentina should make an exception for Gutierrez.[LNB]On a wing and prayer: Argentine ace Guitierrez has impressed for Newcastle in the Championship[LNB]Maradona has already claimed publicly that playing a full season in the Championship will not lead to Gutierrez jeopardising his international future if he keeps delivering impressive performances.[LNB]Nolan feels that Gutierrez has silenced those who criticised the Argentine last season. [LNB]'I think a lot of it was unfortunate,' said Nolan, reflecting on the stick Gutierrez often took in the relegation campaign. [LNB]'He came in and I  thought he did alright. He wasn't the worstplayer but I thought he got pinned down for a lot of criticism whichwasn't deserved.  [LNB]'Fair play to him. A lot of people thought he would be the first outand he  would throw the towel in but he has shown his qualities, andthis league is tough. [LNB]'You get some centre-halves who like to throw you about. He should be in Argentina's World Cup squad.'[LNB]  Watford 1 Newcastle 2: Toon temper tantrum as Smith and Williamson clashHughton deserves a crack at Premier League, says Toon legend ShearerHarper enjoys life in the Championship as much as the Champions League [LNB]  Explore more:People:Diego Maradona, Kevin Nolan, Jonas GutierrezPlaces:Newcastle, Argentina

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