Wolves Coach Pleased To See Carl Ikeme Play Through The Pain Barrier
Wolves manager Kenny Jackett has applauded the professionalism of Super Eagles shot - stopper Carl Ikeme in his side’s 2 - 2 draw with Ipswich Town at Portman Road in the Championship on Saturday.<br /><br />The Nigeria international had to play through the pain barrier after picking up an injury in the first half but still managed to play the full game.<br /><br />“Carl had cramp in his calves and hamstrings, even in the first half,” said Jackett to wolves.co.uk.<br /><br />“That is unusual for a goalkeeper but when you consider the amount of travelling he has done with Swaziland and Nigeria in the last week, I think that is the reason. He battled through well.”<br /><br />At a stage in the game, the manager wanted to replace Ikeme but had second thoughts after he picked up the pace.<br /><br />“After the goal it looked like he would have to come off which wouldn’t be good as we already have Emi Martinez and Aaron McCarey injured.<br /><br />“But he picked himself up and made a couple of good punches and interceptions at the end which really helped us.” added Kenny Jackett.<br /><br />The 29 - year - old Anglo - Nigerian made his first start for Wolves in the Championship for close to three months against Ipswich Town.<br />
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