SUNDERLAND v Bolton: Steve Bruce short of midfielders for crunch clash

08 March 2010 14:25
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is facing yet another injury crisis with four midfielders doubtful for Tuesday night's crucial Barclays Premier League clash with Bolton.   [LNB]Kieran Richardson, who has started the last two games after recovering from a calf injury, has damaged his other calf muscle, while Lee Cattermole is struggling with a hamstring-related problem.   [LNB] Cause for concern: Richardson (right) has suffered a fresh setback[LNB]Andy Reid (hamstring) and Jordan Henderson (ankle) are close to returning from lengthy lay-offs, but the game could come too soon, while David Meyler completes his three-match ban.   [LNB]However, Steed Malbranque will be involved after returning to the squad following a breach of club discipline.   [LNB]Provisional squad: Gordon, Fulop, Bardsley, Hutton, Turner, Ferdinand, Mensah, Kilgallon, Da Silva, Cattermole, Cana, Zenden, Richardson, Malbranque, Reid, Henderson, Campbell, Bent, Jones, Benjani, Liddle, Noble. [LNB] Bad boy Malbranque returns after being disciplined by manager Steve BruceParker tells West Ham fans: Your anger made it difficult for us against BoltonHat-trick hero Carew bids to avenge Villa's Carling Cup Wembley heartacheWigan boss Martinez backs Frenchman N'Zogbia to be England World Cup heroSUNDERLAND FC

Source: Daily_Mail