O'Neill buoyed by current run

Villa recorded a sixth straight away win during midweek

By James Dall   Last updated: 30th January 2009   Subscribe to RSS Feed

O'Neill buoyed by current run

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Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has challenged his players to 'keep the momentum going' as they aim to continue their quest for a top-four finish this season.

Villa have impressed this term and currently find themselves fourth in the table and on course for UEFA Champions League football.

O'Neill, who takes on Wigan Athletic on Saturday, has praised his charges while stressing that they must remain focused on the task in hand.

He said: "The players have got confidence in their game. They have been doing brilliantly. We have dug out a couple of results recently when perhaps not at our best.

"There are spells when some people in our team have come forward with big moments in matches.

"More of that will be needed for the next couple of months. I am delighted we are in the position we are in.

"It is up to us to try and keep momentum going. That will be the hardest thing."