Di Matteo defends Olsson omission

Published : 17 Aug 2010 10:45:09

West Brom boss Roberto Di Matteo has explained his decision to leave out defender Jonas Olsson for their Premier League opener at Chelsea on Saturday.Olsson was a regular in Albion's promotion-winning season, starting 43 Championship games for the Baggies. But Di Matteo decided to pair Gabriel Tamas with new signing Pablo Ibanez for the 6-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge. He told BBC WM: "It was difficult because Jonas is a good player, but the other two have a bit more experience." Albion made.... read more