David Moyes has leapt to the defence of Blackburn after Arsenal chief Arsene Wenger accused them of being violent.

Wenger's outburst against Mark Hughes' men came after his side's 1-1 draw at Ewood Park last weekend.

But Moyes, who has also managed to ruffle Wenger's feathers with Everton's physical approach over the years, cannot see anything wrong with the way Rovers play.

The two clubs meet at Goodison Park today in a match that will also pay tribute to 11 year-old Everton fan Rhys Jones, from nearby Croxteth, the victim of a senseless murderer this week.

Asked about Wenger's gripe against Rovers, he said: "I saw how well Blackburn played against Arsenal last Sunday, and I know this will be a tough game.

"I have never found any problem with the way Blackburn or Mark Hughes' teams play. In fact, I believe Blackburn play some very good football.

"They have been landed with the wrong sort of title. I see Blackburn a good deal, I live pretty near them so I know about them.

"They are being given the wrong image. There is nothing in the rules that says you cannot be tough and committed.

"It is very much part of the game, especially in this country. Supporters like to see a good old-fashioned tackle as they like to see a good pass."