My starting 11 to face Liverpool in the Carling Cup final
I was tempted to go with Rudy Gestede, who has been impressive when starting, would provide an aerial threat and aid Kenny Miller. But I think he lacks the nous to trouble the Liverpool defence.
I also decided against including Joe Mason because I think he may struggle and prove ineffectual on such a big pitch, although he may make a difference from the bench.
I feel the game will be won and lost in midfield and have opted for the industry and bite of Filip Kiss instead, although he is a disciplinary timebomb.
My one real hope, in terms of selection, is that Mark Hudson is fit enough to play, his calm authority will be essential.
My team (4-1-4-1)
Heaton
McNaughton
Hudson
Turner
Taylor
Whittingham
Cowie
Gunnarsson
Kiss
Conway
Miller
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I would play Darcy with Turner, Heaton in goal, 5 in midfield and Miller up front.
HEATON
McNaughton Blake Turner Taylor
Whittingham
Cowie Gunnarson Mcfail Conway
Miller