Sheffield Wednesday take on Watford at Hillsborough this afternoon looking to build on a steady start that has seen them collect 5 points from their opening 4 league fixtures.
The Owls main fresh injury concern besides those that have been out long-term is over defender Mark Beevers. The centre-back picked up a knock in training last week and is rated as doubtful. Utility man Steve Watson is most likely to step into the fray should Beevers not make it although bringing in Peter Gilbert at left-back and moving Tommy Spurr into the middle is also an option.
Deon Burton has had a long week of travel on international duty and there could also be changes up front should he be rested as a result. Leon Clarke scored for the reserves in midweek and is in contention while boss Brian Laws may opt to play wide-man Jermaine Johnson upfront.
Winger Wade Small is also pushing for a return following injury but a place on the bench is more likely while it would be a surprise to see Francis Jeffers included in the squad despite his 30-minute return in the reserves on Tuesday.
Owls Captain Richard Wood may face a frosty reception from certain sections of the home support as this is the first game since news broke of his transfer request, which was subsequently rejected by the club.
Ex-Owl and former Blade Leigh Bromby returns to Hillsborough with the visitors but recent Owls transfer target Gregorz Rasiak is likely to miss out with a shoulder injury.
Watford have collected 7 points so far this season but only have 1 point from their two away games.
Wednesday have not lost at home in the league at this early stage of the season but they have failed to beat Watford at Hillsborough in their three previous encounters since returning to the Championship, drawing twice and losing 1-0 last season.