Redknapp fears Shakhtar scenario after Fulham draw
Harry Redknapp warns Spurs that Fulham still dangerous proposition after earning FA Cup replay with goalless away draw
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Sunday, 07, Mar 2010 12:08
By Matthew Champion
Harry Redknapp has warned his Tottenham Hotspur players not to underestimate Fulham's away form after earning an FA Cup sixth round replay after a goalless draw at Craven Cottage.
The Spurs manager pointed to Roy Hodgson's side recent Europa League scalp against Uefa Cup holders Shakhtar Donetsk, who were unable to overturn a 2-1 loss in west London when Fulham held them to a 1-1 draw in the Donetsk return leg last month.
"You come here and you take a draw," Redknapp said after yesterday's tie, which was low on quality and chances. "I'm not disappointed to come here and get a replay.
"You only have to look at their home record, they are solid at Craven Cottage and difficult to beat, so it was important for us not to lose."
But Redknapp added: "They've just knocked Shakhtar Donetsk, the holders, out of Europe and that says a lot about them.
"We've got a big chance now playing at home but I'm sure Shakhtar felt the same when they went home for the second leg in the European game and it didn't work out that way. It will be another tough game but we're still right in there."
Hodgson admitted the advantage now rested with Spurs, however.
"I'm only the more disappointed because it was a home game and the advantage now passes over to Tottenham because they will be at home for the replay," said the Fulham boss.
"We were close at the end but, on the basis of the play, 0-0 was a fair result, although it was anything other than a dull cup tie because of the quality and commitment on show.
"The atmosphere was magnificent. I'm pleased we didn't lose as that would have been a bitter disappointment."