Mark Hughes has suggested he will indulge his Stoke City side with a local delicacy if they chalk up a first Premier League clean sheet this season against Leicester City.
Opposite number Claudio Ranieri charmed his own pre-match news conference by stating he would treat the Leicester players to pizzas and hotdogs if they manage a shutout at the Britannia Stadium – a porous backline the only blot on a stunning start to the season that has seen the midlands outfit take 11 points from a possible 15.
"We will go for oatcakes, I think," he said. "Far nicer than pizza."
"When he was appointed it took some people aback but Claudio has tremendous experience and has managed at the very highest level," he said.
"They've started the season really well and are still riding the crest of a wave following the end to their last campaign."
"I'm encouraged by the group - there is a lot of talent inside the building," he added. "They have the determination and belief to have a good season.
"We are looking forward to this period of fixtures. Performances have been okay but we'll improve and we will register points, I'm sure."
