Solano Or Carr? No Contest!

Last updated : 10 February 2007 By Footy Mad - Editor

The Peruvian missed the 3-1 win over his old club Aston Villa eight days ago due to suspension, but Glenn Roeder stunned us all by going for Steven Taylor on the right and Stephen Carr on the left at Fulham.

Carr has not impressed in his proper position on the right, never mind the left, so was it any shock that he looked like a fish out of water at Craven Cottage? The injury could keep him out for a month - sustained on Republic of Ireland duty - and Nobby returns.

Solano: "I enjoy playing right-back. It is quite a comfortable position, as you can see all of the pitch. You have more time to pass, and more time on the ball.

"You have to work harder when you are a midfielder.

"The manager has a problem with injured players and he is happy with me there."

Nobby's current deal runs out in the summer, but he is expected to extend his stay on Tyneside. A huge favourite with the fans, he regards Newcastle as his home, and he has been a great success in the back-line.