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Ah course - forgot about the cup-tied duo. Was chatting to some people about that today, the silver lining to it is that Bell deserves his start on the left. FA Cup has been his competition this season.

You’ve lost me Dave. We named 18 today - so it’s only another 2 no?

Be nice to see him in the squad. We could make up the other number with an academy lad - hell of a Matchday experience for them!

Big win today, I thought we were very good to a man. Credit to them all. Isn’t it an easier sport when referees allow you penalties?! The Tanner -> Cornick sub was a little odd I thought, don’t think GT had an issue though? We’ll assume not for now. Injured: Atkinson Wilson Naismith Benarous Conway

Horrible to lose big Rob to an ACL - but what a player to have as cover. Vital we keep him fit. Excellent over the last 1.8 games.

I thought last season we were very good against the bottom 5 or so teams? Seem to recall we took lots of points from them.

Just got home so pardon my lateness but YEEEAAAAAAASSAASS. Massive win. I feel great. And to win with a penalty as well - beautiful justice.

He’s always been important to us but last two games he’s been exceptional. I think a big part of it is he has an excellent reading of the ball and where it will fall - his 50/50’s are more like 70/30’s in his favour. Love it Matty.

Kalas takes Atkinson’s place in the XI, and Omar Taylor Clarke comes in to the vacated spot on the bench. Crap news regarding Atkinson’s ACL - he was playing very well. All the best big man! Injured: Atkinson Wilson Naismith Benarous Conway

Nice and clear FAQ’s from the Club which is good - this shirt is for the remainder of this season and next. An away kit will be announced in due course. Hummel were being a problem and we’ve solved it. I’m 50/50 on the shirt design - but it blows me away how angry some people get at a kit they don’t like. Some you’ll like, some you won’t. There’ll be a new one season after next, just relax!

So would this mean an immediate change of kit for the remainder of the season? Maybe a kit that will be used for the remainder of this season and all of next? I don't recall ever seeing anything like this to be honest.

Press hard and they'll play through us and wreak havoc on our defense, sit in and they'll patiently wear us down and tire us out. My plan? Pray. We're due so much luck. A Nick Pope style red for Ederson in the opening 10 minutes please!

Had hoped sooner for Naismith - was praying for the Man City game but clearly that was very optimistic. We have what we have, let’s see what happens. Up the City.

I went on Transfermarkt too ? would be an interesting pick-up!

MotM today for me. Cleaned up more than an OCD housewife.

Crap news - can’t wait to have you back big Rob. So in terms of fit centre-halves - we’re looking at Vyner and Kalas. King as cover. Joe Low recall might be in order? Or another Mariappa/Klose free agent might be the best option.

BRIEFLY stepping away from the jubilation of our first penalty since the Titanic sank, Atkinson’s injury today looked a little worrying didn’t it. Vyner was in the wars too. We’re light at centre half without injuries so a bit concerning. But that can wait for another time - we got a penalty ? unbelievable. Feels like a win. Injured: Atkinson Wilson Naismith Benarous Conway

WHAT AM I SEEING. WHAT WAS THAT WEIRD FREE KICK WE GOT INSIDE THE BOX

No new ins or outs today. Does a win today ignite the play-off dream? You decide. COYR ?️?️ Injured: Wilson Naismith Benarous Conway

Rashford Kane Saka front three.

My first thought seeing the line-up yesterday was it was brave to change a team that won so well on Saturday, although I was excited to see more of the new two forwards. Like many - last nights draw isn't sitting great with me today in that it feels like a missed opportunity just as we were all starting to cautiously wonder about the play-offs. Saying all that, Nige summed it up very well in his post-match. We're leaving a game where we've gone 10 unbeaten (anyone know when that last happened? Not recently) feeling disappointed - that shows how quickly we've upped our levels since December. We're on a fantastic run and long may it continue.

I can only assume we’re saving our luck for Man City but I’m sure we’ll be cursed that night too! Saveable Fletcher effort prior to us hitting the woodwork twice, irritating draw. It was fun being play-off chasers for 4 days ? Think all subs tonight were tactical. Injured: Wilson Naismith Benarous Conway

No new ins or outs going by the Matchday 18 - but as mentioned above I think we can expect to see Wilson for the first team before too long. Big game tonight, hoping for 10 unbeaten and 3 more points ??️ COYR ?️ Injured: Wilson Naismith Benarous Conway

Yea but it can sometimes go the other way, remember Webster had a shaky record when we bought him (albeit nowhere near Mawson's). I really hoped after his first few games here that we get lucky and get a full season out of him, hell of a player to build a defence around. Wasn't to be, all the best in retirement Alfie!

D'you know I never realised it was a 2 game ban for 10 yellows. Assumed it was just another one. On paper, maybe Alex would be best served getting yellow #10 against Hull, as we have a couple of 'easier' games after that. Of course, this is the Championship, so logic rarely flies.