James shock at Man City rut

FOOTBALL FOCUS Football Focus Saturday, 1210 GMT, BBC One

Manchester City's David James has admitted he was unaware of the club's poor form when he signed from West Ham.

City have not won in the League since November - but the England keeper is confident Kevin Keegan's men have the necessary quality to avoid relegation.

"I didn't realise what position City were in. I was surprised to be honest," James told BBC One's Football Focus.

"But having been here, and having seen what the team has got, I don't think relegation battles will be the issue."

City have conceded 33 goals in 22 League games this season and have won just five games.

But James, who made his debut in the 1-1 draw with Blackburn two weeks ago, is confident the team are better than results suggest.

James said: "The defence against Blackburn were a hell of a lot better than the 32 goals conceded would have suggested before the game.

"I felt confident, I didn't have a lot to do.

"So it's just a case of getting that first win, then we can go on a decent run."

Watch Football Focus on Saturday to see this interview in full.