SHOLA: The Last Fortnight Has Been Tough

By Matthew Jones
September 6 2003

Newcastle United striker Shola Ameobi has admitted that the last two weeks have been some of his most difficult while being at St James' Park.

Speaking to the Evening Chronicle, Shola said: "It's been tough for me at Newcastle. As a club and as a team we're very disappointed with what has happened this season but we just have to forget about it.

"We'd rather it was different but you can't let these things beat you. We have to keep our spirits high.

"As a team we're confident we'll get it right and the same goes for me as a player. I know I haven't performed to the best of my ability this season but nobody is perfect.

"Nobody is going to have a good game every game and I'm still confident in my own ability. I won't let what's happened at Newcastle affect my performances for England and I have confidence in my ability."

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