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DF: It seems like everything is okay. Everyone who was involved Wednesday is available for this game.

DF: Jordan Hugill has trained since Tuesday so it's good news. Also, Marco Stiepermann is now playing with the Under-23s. It's the final step for him so it's great news.

DF: Hopefully he's back in team training next week.

DF: It's not been easy for Marco. It was not a clear diagnosis - he felt unbelievably unwell and was struggling with his balance. No one knew the reason. It was not easy for him to handle, in the end we found out it was the Epstein's Barr virus.

DF: Once we knew the problems, we could handle it a lot more. It's great to have him back, he's outstanding at this level. It's not been easy to cope without him, I'm pleased he'll be back.

DF: On this level, you have to prove you're in your rhythm every three days. We had periods where we've struggled this season and we've still won points. We have to keep going and keep proving it.

DF: We are respectful. Every match is difficult, our previous game at Rotherham was very difficult. We won the game in the last second. They won four our of eight games, they are a brave side. I love their handwriting, they always play with great fighting spirit and togetherness.

DF: You can feel how much it means to Paul when he plays Norwich. We've had good chats and I'm a big fan of his work. His teams always leave everything out there.

DF: Jordan is available for selection. He's not a topic for the starting line-up, we have to be careful. There were times where we've had to rush a player in after injury this season but there's no need to risk anything now. We will make a late decision on him.

DF: We have Teemu Pukki and Adam Idah and they are looking sharp so thank god, we don't have to risk anything.

DF: The depth in the squad is very important. Both teams played on Wednesday, Rotherham always rotate. We are not going to rotate seven or eight positions. We won't play with a completely different side.

DF: Stoke and Coventry tried to do something but we were in the lead early and they opened up a little bit which helped us. I would love to score the first goal tomorrow and then Rotherham has to open up a little bit. I still think we will control the game. They are similar to Barnsley, they like to press. We will have to find ways to bypass their pressing and find the gaps.

DF: I've spoke about how much I value Grant Hanley and Ben Gibson. But it's important not to get too carried away. Two years ago, we have two number 10s in front of the back four whereas this season, we have Oliver Skipp in front and that's helped a lot as he is more defensive and physical. I'm pleased with our behaviour and defensive work.

DF: Mario is always strangely judged from the outside. When I bring him off the bench, every says he should start. When he starts, everything said he should come off the bench!

DF: Mario has played a major role recently. He got the first assist for Todd in the last home game, he assists in many situations. His tactical knowledge is very good, he switches with Kenny McLean quite a lot in a game. And he always has a bit of magic.

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That's all from the boss today, join us tomorrow for more ghouls.

Posted By: DrDublin on February 19th 2021 at 14:19:57

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