Arsene backs Sven to cope

Arsene Wenger, who once suffered from unwanted media attention when malicious and false rumours were circulated about his private life, today backed Sven-Goran Eriksson.

Arsenal manager Wenger says the Swede will not be distracted from his job as England coach by the attention surrounding his affair with Ulrika Jonsson.

Wenger said: "Sven is orientated towards the World Cup and wants to prepare for that.

"I would think he considers this a minor incident. When you come to England you know what to expect. The most difficult thing to face is lies. And I speak from experience."

Asked if he would give Eriksson any advice, Wenger said: "I don't have to. He handles the media very well.

"He's not married and he can do what he wants."

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