SMITH WANTS CUP FINAL SPOT

Last updated : 26 April 2005 By editor

Alan Smith, "Everybody wants to play in Cardiff, me included. I have not been to a Cup Final yet and I am playing for a place in that team. I can only improve and look forward to that Cup Final.

"We have one eye on the Cup Final, but there are other big games coming up to take us into that game really flying. It was a very important result against Newcastle on Sunday, not just on the day but for the rest of the season.

"We have had a few knock backs recently, but we have bounced back twice and shown good character. The spirit we showed in the second half was vital. It has been questioned a few times this season but we have shown our togetherness and determination.

"That second half proved it. It is a daunting task to be 1-0 down at home when people expect you to win. But I think the character we showed will stand us in good stead."