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James wins Harry's praise

13 Apr 2008 - 15:27:24

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Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp picked out David James for special praise after watching his side draw 0-0 with Newcastle United.

The FA Cup finalists kept a clean sheet for the 22nd time this season and Redknapp is aware who should win most of the plaudits for that excellent record.

"David James has had two great seasons for us and I couldn't tell you how many points he's been worth to us in that time," the former West Ham manager said after the stalemate.

"He hasn't had too many scary moments for us although there were one or two today.

"But it's great for him to be nominated in the player of the year shortlist even though I'm still convinced (Cristiano) Ronaldo will win it.

"I knew it would be tough today. Newcastle have been on a good run and it was all pretty tight out there. Without John Utaka we don't have too much width and the pitch was also a bit bumpy.

"The lads have been great and did well in midweek to win at West Ham but I think they were a bit tired today."