Rafael van der Vaart believes it is an almost impossible task to contain Gareth Bale and Harry Redknapp thinks the only way teams can stop the Welshman is to try and kick him out of the game.

Steve Gohouri was sent off in Tottenham's game against Wigan on Saturday following a couple of fouls on Bale, just a week after Liverpool's Martin Skrtel also received his marching orders for twice bringing down the winger.

Van der Vaart understands the difficulties opponents face in trying to keep Bale quiet and has praised his team-mate for tormenting so many Premier League defences. (English Premier League, Gareth Bale, Harry Redknapp, Martin Skrtel, Wigan)