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League Cup | Round Three
Sep 25, 2013 at 7.45pm UK
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Mark Hughes delighted with 'professional' Stoke City
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes praises his side's performance during their 2-0 win at Tranmere Rovers.Sep 25, 22:28
Ronnie Moore: 'We showed improvement'
Tranmere Rovers manager Ronnie Moore praises his improved side following their 2-0 defeat to Stoke City.Sep 25, 22:14
The Match
Match Report
Stephen Ireland and Peter Crouch score as Stoke City defeat Tranmere Rovers in the third round of the League Cup.
HT Report
Stoke City lead Tranmere Rovers at Prenton Park thanks to Stephen Ireland's 23rd-minute strike.
Team News
Thomas Sorensen starts in goal for Stoke City against Tranmere Rovers this evening, while England international Jack Butland is named on the bench.
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