Europe Beckons

Last updated : 31 October 2005 By Paul Farrington
The game has been initially scheduled for the 30th of November and will see a re-match of moaning Greame Souness and Paul Jewell. A win over the Toon would put the Latics into the last eight of the competition.

The Latics came out on top after the last meeting between the sides. Jason Roberts' first half goal was enough despite an Alan Shearer header being ruled out.

Here is the draw in full.

Bolton Wanderers v Leicester City
Manchester United v West Bromwich Albion
Doncaster Rovers v Aston Villa
Arsenal v Reading
Wigan v Newcastle United
Charlton v Blackburn Rovers
Middlesbrough v Crystal Palace
Millwall v Birmingham City

Meanwhile centre back Emerson Thome has joined Derby County on loan for one month after failing to secure a spot in the side. He has faced tough competition from Stephane Henchoz, Arjan De Zeeuw and Matt Jackson.

The Brazilian teams up with Rams manager Phil Brown who was his assistant boss at Bolton.

Good luck to Emerson.