Peterborough United manager Luke Williams has committed to an 'all-out attack' strategy for the foreseeable future, starting with Saturday's League One fixture against Doncaster Rovers. His side, sitting 21st, host a Rovers team rooted to the foot of the table with just three points from six matches. Williams will be demanding a fast start, as his team has averaged 1.8 goals per game this season, a key factor in their current standings position.
Williams pointed to the strength in his forward areas despite injury constraints, a necessity after his team was frequently exposed in a midweek game. "Williams went out his way this week to point out that Bass made 11 saves including a crucial one in a penalty shootout and a triple whammy of stops soon after gifting Barnsley a goal in the opening moments on Tuesday," the manager said.
Predicted lineup
Carl Johnston is expected to start at right-back if he is even 80% fit, with Lucca Mendonca providing cover. In central defence, loanee Josh Feeney from Aston Villa has impressed, while David Okagbue continues in place of the absent Tom O’Connor. Harley Mills, who contributed to all three Peterborough goals against Barnsley, is set to feature after his best display of the season.
The midfield is likely to see Liam Kelly deployed for his control, with Harrison Jones in consideration due to fitness doubts over Brandon Khela and Ben Woods. Jones is noted for his technical ability and vision. On the wings, the sheer speed of Owura Edwards is a key outlet, though his final ball has sometimes been lacking.
Up front, the partnership of Harry Leonard and Danny Ormerod is favoured. Ormerod is considered undroppable after a two-goal, all-action performance last time out, providing a significant aerial threat. Harry Ashfield could also cause problems if used in an advanced role. For full details on the available players, see the latest squad and injuries reports.
Doncaster's challenge
Doncaster Rovers travel to the Weston Homes Stadium in dire form, having lost their last three matches. Their most recent result was a 1-0 defeat away to AFC Wimbledon on September 12. They have conceded nine goals while scoring only six so far this campaign, leaving them ten points adrift of the early leaders.
Despite their league position, Williams acknowledged that Rovers have created numerous chances in recent games without converting them, suggesting they remain a potential threat. The match kicks off at 3pm on Saturday. For Doncaster, the focus will be on ending a winless run that stretches back to the start of the season, with their next opportunity coming in an EFL Trophy game next Tuesday.
Peterborough's substitutes are expected to include Andeng Ndi, Khela, Bolu Shofowoke, Ethan Williams, Mendonca, Evan Weir and Chris Conn Clarke. Collin Adeng Ndi may get a chance to impress in that midweek cup fixture.
The original report is at Peterborough Telegraph
