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Martin O'Neill plays down Blackburn's physical tag
Nov 28 2007 By Bill Howell, Birmingham Mail
MARTIN O'Neill has scoffed at suggestions, particularly following last season's battles with Chelsea, that Blackburn are a physical side.
Indeed, having seen an entertaining 2-2 draw between Fulham and Rovers on Sunday, the Villa boss believes Mark Hughes' outfit can pass it like the very best.
"The team were accused of being over-physical, but I have to say that they can pass it as well as anybody. They really can," he said.
O'Neill has revealed his "utmost regard" for Hughes.
"I think he has been really terrific," he said. "I know that the Welsh players thought a great deal of him."
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