Football: Laudrup proud after Cup triumph

He is proud because they are such a small club compared to the European giants he once played for.

LONDON: Swansea City manager Michael Laudrup said winning the League Cup final on Sunday ranked amongst his proudest moments because they are such a small club compared to the European giants he once played for.

The 48-year-old former Danish international, in his first season as Swansea manager, steered the Welsh club to a comprehensive 5-0 win over fourth-tier Bradford City which guarantees them a place in the Europa League next season.

“It is Swansea’s first major trophy ever and to win it in this, the centenary season, is up there with the best things I have done because it is completely different,” said Laudrup.  “This is a very special day for Swansea. It is their first major honour and a place in Europe. I am very proud.”

Published in The Express Tribune, February 26^th, 2013.