Latics make Bruce proud
15 Apr 2008 - 07:53:50
Wigan Athletic manager Steve Bruce was delighted to pick up a point from Monday's clash at title-chasing Chelsea thanks to Emile Heskey's last-gasp equaliser.
Michael Essien had earlier given the Blues the lead but, for former Manchester United captain Bruce, it was a point that was more important for his current team than the Premier League leaders.
He said after the 1-1 draw: "I'm genuinely more pleased for us that we've picked up a point.
"Of course, the phone in the pocket is going off repeatedly and there are a few friends in Manchester who will be absolutely delighted but I'm very pleased for our supporters and players.
"There was a 20-minute spell when Joe Cole came on and nearly blew us away but the goalkeeper made two or three great saves and in the end we managed to get something out of the game.
"I'm more pleased for us than my mates in Manchester. Fergie texted me before the game and he's phoned me four times in four months - twice before playing Arsenal and twice before we played Chelsea."