Will Ferguson nominate a straight replacement for the team’s top scorer and stick with his favoured formation? Or will be change system to try and fox the Cobblers?
I suspect the former given Posh have had just two days training since Poku’s untimely diagnosis, which probably wouldn’t be enough to go to a midfield diamond, a formation Ferguson has used to great effect at the club before. Interestingly the players might be in the squad to make a diamond work, namely
Bilokapic
Katongo, Fernandez, Nevett, Sparkes
Colins
Kyprianou, De Havilland.
Randall
Jones, Mothersille.
But here’s the team I would play at Sixfields in the usual 4-2-1-3 formation….
5. GEORGE NEVETT
His ability on the ball and the fact he gives more left-footed balance overrides his current lack of physicality. Photo: Joe Dent
6. ARCHIE COLLINS
A shoo-in selection and he should have his class partner from last season back with him tonight which can only help. Photo: Joe Dent
7. HECTOR KYPRIANOU
Ryan De Havilland has been fine for the most part in recent games, but Posh need the composure the club captain brings with him. His height could be useful in both penalty areas as well. Photo: Joe Dent
8. JOEL RANDALL
Anonymous last time out, but then he wasn't the only one. Posh are at their best when he is heavily involved from the number 10 position. Photo: David Lowndes