Sheffield United v Burnley preview

15 October 2010 10:45
Team news for Saturday's Championship clash between Sheffield United and Burnley at Bramall Lane.[LNB] Sheffield United skipper Chris Morgan is expected to return to Gary Speed's starting line-up after missing the last three games witj a hamstring problem.[LNB]The centre-half came through 45 minutes for the reserves unscathed in midweek and is likely to partner Nyron Nosworthy at the back, with Kyle Bartley still nursing a broken cheekbone.[LNB]But the Blades will still be without striker Jamie Ward, who sits out the last game of his three-match ban following his recent dismissal at Leeds.[LNB]Speed hopes to have fellow front man Ched Evans back in contention following a groin strain, though, and has no other new injury or suspension problems.[LNB]Defender Rob Kozluk is still out with a jarred knee and long-term absentees Lee Williamson, Darius Henderson and Ryan France are still out.[LNB]Burnley defender Clarke Carlisle is unavailable for the trip to Sheffield as he begins a three-match suspension.[LNB]The Clarets centre-back was dismissed during the recent 1-1 draw at Millwall and could be replaced by Michael Duff or Leon Cort.[LNB]Both men played just over an hour for the reserves in midweek and boss Brian Laws may also be without Andre Bikey.[LNB]Bikey sustained a rib injury against Millwall and was replaced after just 14 minutes, but the Cameroon international is still troubled by the injury and a late decision will be made on his fitness.[LNB]Elsewhere, Dean Marney will hope to keep his place ahead of Graham Alexander in midfield and Kevin McDonald has joined Scunthorpe on a month-long loan deal.

Source: Team_Talk