At 1:29 of the interview posted on Twitter with Jasper, you can see Taff warming up in the background with the rest of the squad. Would suggest he is indeed close to being fit again.
A word of caution about the visit of York, leaders of the National League, tomorrow. Tamworth, a part time team in 16th place in the National League, have just beaten Huddersfield, 7th in our division and only 4 points behind Wycombe. This will be a difficult tie.
Blooms will respect an inform York and won’t do a wholesale change of line up, resting half the usual starters at most. A cup run and continued momentum important to the vibe around the place.
I think Scowen will start as he missed the last league game probably with Butcher who needs game time. I guess it depends on the terms of the loans, but I would expect Taylor and Humphreys to be available but not Morley. A good opportunity to rest Low.
Hope Kodua's injury isn't too serious. He seemed to know straight away that his game was over when he went down. Looked innocuous. He looked useful so hopefully he's ok.
In the picture posted on twitter celebrating Kone’s POTM award, McCleary is in training kit and boots, suggesting he’s back with the team. Vokes is in kit but appears to be wearing trainers - not that I have any idea what that could mean. Can’t spot Sadlier in the picture but I might be missing him!
Not over keen on draws - would rather we keep winning - and, if Kodua regains fitness, that would be a welcome addition to the wealth of options available. And I make no apology for being old school. I appreciate that @perfidious_albion was probably having a bit of fun with skool but I’m not sure about the other typos.
Stop prodding me into being stupidly pedantic, @Malone.
He probably didn't have a set of drawers so maybe it was a singular draw or even a half draw, otherwise known as a dr. Not to mixed up with the American pronunciation of dro.
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I remember being surprised at the side we put out vs Villa. What a performance that was from our "2nd string".
This is an excellent point and the number one reason why no single player can be complacent about his place in the starting lineup.
At 1:29 of the interview posted on Twitter with Jasper, you can see Taff warming up in the background with the rest of the squad. Would suggest he is indeed close to being fit again.
As it’s the FAC we can name 9 ‘finishers’ on the bench tomorrow, so it will be interesting to see the match day squad.
Must be able to name pretty much everyone who's fit then!
George
Pattenden Skura Hartridge Leahy
Bakinson
Butcher Wheeler
Kodua Kone Lubala
Assuming that Morley and Cam are cup tied and that all the above are fit.
Hopefully places for Hanlan and McCarthy (who's time I fear may be up after this season).
That's a side that I think could still compete in League One!
With the Academy up and running next season, perhaps the likes of McCarthy may have a chance of getting on the coaching staff?
I agree that it may be an opportunity for others, but at 28 years old, I don't think McCarthy will be looking to retire just yet.
A word of caution about the visit of York, leaders of the National League, tomorrow. Tamworth, a part time team in 16th place in the National League, have just beaten Huddersfield, 7th in our division and only 4 points behind Wycombe. This will be a difficult tie.
Blooms will respect an inform York and won’t do a wholesale change of line up, resting half the usual starters at most. A cup run and continued momentum important to the vibe around the place.
I cannot believe he’s only 28!
Morley and Humphreys are available as I understand it. They certainly are not cup tied having not played for any club in earlier rounds.
I think Scowen will start as he missed the last league game probably with Butcher who needs game time. I guess it depends on the terms of the loans, but I would expect Taylor and Humphreys to be available but not Morley. A good opportunity to rest Low.
George
Pattenden Skura Taylor Hartridge
Scowen Butcher
Kodua Leahy Lubala
Kone
Nothing to stop him being a player coach.
A little bit of rotation makes great sense with the upcoming games. But probably not wholesale changes.
Agree McCarthy probably needs to move on, possibly even in Jan as he's not even starting when Grimmer is out, Pattenden has leapt above him.
Would be very surprising to move to a coaching role when he's presumably perfectly fit still just not getting into the lineup.
The other thing is the academy won't just be jobs for the boys, we sound serious about recruiting quality experience.
Hope Kodua's injury isn't too serious. He seemed to know straight away that his game was over when he went down. Looked innocuous. He looked useful so hopefully he's ok.
Injury update ahead of Wigan Athletic (A) tomorrow (09/11/2024)
DOUBTS:
Nathan Bishop (fractured ankle) | Last played: 17th August 2024 | included in the travelling party for Wigan.
Jack Grimmer (concussion protocols) | Last played: 26th October 2024 | included in the travelling party for Wigan.
Ryan Tafazolli (hamstring) | Last played: 17th August 2024 | included in the travelling party for Wigan.
Brandon Hanlan (ACL) | Last played: 2nd November 2024| included in the travelling party for Wigan.
OUT:
Garath McCleary (muscular, perhaps?) | Last played: 26th October 2024 | Return date: How long is a piece of string?
Gideon Kodua (muscular, possibly?) | Last played: 2nd November 2024 | Return date: Your guess is as good as mine.
Kieran Sadlier (muscular, maybe?) | Last played: 10th October 2024 | Return date: I haven't got the foggiest.
Sam Vokes (knee ligaments) | Last played: 20th August 2024 | Return date: 4-6 weeks
In the picture posted on twitter celebrating Kone’s POTM award, McCleary is in training kit and boots, suggesting he’s back with the team. Vokes is in kit but appears to be wearing trainers - not that I have any idea what that could mean. Can’t spot Sadlier in the picture but I might be missing him!
Hadn't realised Vokes had such a bad injury.
Easier to miss when you've got such an array of options and are league top scorers though.
I think Sads is there in the back.
Sadlier isn’t in the picture.
The trialist from Newmarket is in there with potentially another trialist.
You're exactly right, i was looking at Alex Hartridge.
Staying overnight in an old skool type hotel. Found this in the bed side draw which prompts the question any news on Kadua’s injury?
I’ll be’ave meself.
Yep it's the Internet. We don't need a debate about bedside versus bed side versus bed-side versus bedting siddo
Not over keen on draws - would rather we keep winning - and, if Kodua regains fitness, that would be a welcome addition to the wealth of options available. And I make no apology for being old school. I appreciate that @perfidious_albion was probably having a bit of fun with skool but I’m not sure about the other typos.
Stop prodding me into being stupidly pedantic, @Malone.
He probably didn't have a set of drawers so maybe it was a singular draw or even a half draw, otherwise known as a dr. Not to mixed up with the American pronunciation of dro.
‘I have no respect for a man who can only spell a word one way’ Mark Twain.
Any news on the West Ham kid, as per my original enquiry?
Blooms said he hoped Kodua to be back around Xmas
Did anyone ask about the retention of Morley,, Taylor and Humphreys beyond January?