On Wednesday evening we face Accrington Stanley in the second round of the Capital One Cup. We have had a debate on another thread regarding the benefits of playing in this competition and our survival in the premier league. I for one believe any competitive game is worth its weight for players who would not normally get a look in. It is expected MM will rest the majority of the first team for this game and perhaps use to see how other formations may be employed in the coming season.
Good chance for competitive run outs for any of Lewis (or Moore), Brayford, Hudson, McNuggs, Lappin, John, Conway, Noone, Gestede, Maynard, Smith and Mason. Could even use Cowie, Mutch and Cornelius to keep them match fit. Doesn't that list show the depth of our squad compared to previous seasons? Okay some of those would struggle in the Prem but got to keep them on their toes so that they are 100% should they be called upon.
Exactly what I was going to say. It's also good for those fringe players to impress for a first team place.
Accrington are again without striker Danny Webber, who serves the second game of a three-match ban following his red card against Bury. Veteran full-back Nicky Hunt is also sidelined after suffering medial ligament damage last week. Cardiff are expected to rest many of the players who secured the club's first Premier League points by beating Manchester City on Sunday. The Bluebirds could hand a first start to summer signing Andreas Cornelius. This will be the first competitive meeting between these two sides. Accrington Stanley Accrington have never progressed past the second round, losing on each of the three occasions that they've reached this stage. Their win against Middlesbrough earlier this month ended a run of three consecutive defeats in the League Cup. Cardiff City Cardiff have failed to score in just one of their last 11 League Cup games, scoring 22 goals in the process. They have won six of their last seven second ties in this competition. The Bluebirds have progressed in each of their last five second round matches on home soil.
Team news - Cardiff City: Lewis; Brayford, Hudson (C), McNaughton, John; Smith, Noone, Mutch, Cowie; Cornelius, Maynard. Subs: Moore; Gestede, Mason, Conway, Lappin, Harris, Oshilaja Good Selection Lets hope we don't a Reading. That team would be a challenge for most Championship teams.
In talks with other clubs apparently, expect to see him leave before the window shuts. Or at least on loan.
...like we should have lost against Man City no problem? Dai - you worry me when you say things like that about tonight.
