Despite ( as it stands ) the omission of Ryan Manning after his sending off on Tuesday night the swans will have two players returning to the fold for the trip to Blackpool on Saturday. Approximately 1,650 Swansea City fans are expected to be in attendance with Russell Martin once again finding himself in recovery mode after yet another heavy defeat.

We have already covered the performances of the match officials on Tuesday night, it’s all about opinions and we all have them. Nothing wrong with that. With Manning looking likely to be out despite his clubs appeal, Russell Martin stated there was no reason why they wouldn’t appeal as it’s a four game ban anyway. Unfortunately websites have been reporting that the four game ban can be extended for the second red card of the season, which is factually incorrect for this type of disciplinary appeal. There is more chance of it being reduced.

Hannes Wolf is back in training but has to face numerous Covid tests before Saturday. Although he hasn’t set SA1 alight his addition from a selection point of view is very important. Cyrus Christie too is available. Flynn Downes will face further tests today and tomorrow when the team go to Blackpool. As we know Nathanael Ogbeta is still a while away from any type of selection if Russell Martin is to be believed. Although he has been quite cute at times when facing the press. However, our sources tell us there’s no chance of him playing.

Andy Fisher had a bit of a nightmare on Tuesday night in the swans goal, but his boss stated he was left exposed and removed any blame from him. Despite conceding five goals in forty five minutes. Once Ryan Manning’s appeal and Flynn Downes fitness is reviewed today Martin will know a lot more about his squads availability. Appeal panels generally meet on Thursdays to review the red card appeals of the week. We can expect something on that later today.

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