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Most important, Bournemouth's injuries and Zabarnyi's suspension have left them with no depth in defense - they are certain to field a back four of Milos Kerkez, Dean Huijsen, James Hill (who has played only 230 minutes since December 29th), and Lewis Cook (out of position at RB). Adam Smith has been injured since December, Marcos Senesi since November.There is not a lot between the starting 11s IMO but we have a VERY strong bench and I'm not sure they have the same level of options as we do, subs could be crucial.
Fab has played a total masterstroke mangaging Joao Pedros Christmas wobble so well. Full credit to him.The difficult question is when does Gomez start? I have a feeling that will be at Newcastle.
So same team as at Saints but I'd be tempted to start Pervis if he's up to it. Rest Lamptey for the cup game IMO.
I'd add that was Pedro's best performance of the season IMO, I totally get FH's "team" comments today, Pedro looked much more of a team player on Saturday, I think the goal probably helped him a lot.