|
|
Martin Olsson and Chris Samba set to return for Blackburn, says manager Steve Kean
Two of Rovers' most influential players have both been struggling with hamstring injuries and missing in recent weeks for the rock-bottom side, but they could be set to return
28 Nov 2011 15:49:00
By Alex Richards
Getty Images
Blackburn Rovers boss Steve Kean could be handed a timely boost with the news that Chris Samba and Martin Olsson could be back in action this weekend for the visit of Swansea.
However, neither player is in contention to take on Cardiff City in the Carling Cup quarter-final on Tuesday evening, with Kean resigned to the fact that the match in the Welsh capital will come too soon for the duo.
"Hopefully there'll be some lads that'll make the Swansea game," Kean told SkySports.com.
"They won't make the game on Tuesday, but Samba and Olsson should be fine for the Swansea game which will be massive for us."
The Rovers boss is also ready to make changes to the team that was beaten 3-1 at Stoke City on Saturday for the match against Malky Mackay's improving Cardiff, who are unbeaten in their last eight matches and are currently in the Championship play-off places.
But whilst a number of fringe players may be set to come into Kean's starting XI, the Rovers manager insists he'll be putting out a side that can book a place in the semi-final.
"We'll put out a side that we think will do well," added Kean.
|
Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
However, neither player is in contention to take on Cardiff City in the Carling Cup quarter-final on Tuesday evening, with Kean resigned to the fact that the match in the Welsh capital will come too soon for the duo.
"Hopefully there'll be some lads that'll make the Swansea game," Kean told SkySports.com.
"They won't make the game on Tuesday, but Samba and Olsson should be fine for the Swansea game which will be massive for us."
The Rovers boss is also ready to make changes to the team that was beaten 3-1 at Stoke City on Saturday for the match against Malky Mackay's improving Cardiff, who are unbeaten in their last eight matches and are currently in the Championship play-off places.
But whilst a number of fringe players may be set to come into Kean's starting XI, the Rovers manager insists he'll be putting out a side that can book a place in the semi-final.
"We'll put out a side that we think will do well," added Kean.
"With the ball we are making chances, so let's go and get through this tie and then we can look forward to Swansea."
| Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
| Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
| Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
| Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
| Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
|
Inside Goal.Com
-
Welbeck convinces Hodgson he is the man to lead the line
England beat Norway 1-0 at Wembley, with the Manchester United man hitting an impressive winner to stake his claim for a starting spot at Euro 2012
-
In Pictures: The best and worst kits at Euro 2012
The European Championship is just around the corner and Goal.com distinguishes between the trendy and the passe at the prestigious tournament
-
The five players Rodgers could sign to kick-start revolution
The new Reds boss was unveiled to the press on Friday and must immediately begin work on revitalising a thin squad with some additions in the transfer market
-
Managerial merry-go-round keeps spinning as Lambert takes Villa job
The Scot officially left Norwich City on Saturday to become the second new boss in June, following the appointment of Brendan Rodgers at Liverpool on Friday
-
Rodgers ushers in new Anfield era on his own terms
The Northern Irishman inevitably expressed his delight at landing the Reds job but evidenced plenty of the steely resolve which could see him become a success at Anfield
