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I intend to produce a Match Preview before every Argyle game, aiming to better the Auto-Generated Preview. I will highlight key issues in the build-up to the game on & off the pitch, summarising the latest news at Home Park.
#1 ARGYLE v Leicester City
- Fitness Issues
- Hungry Buzsaky
- The Opposition
FITNESS ISSUES
It was evident to all who witnessed the deflation and collaspe of Argyle in the closing stages against Millwall, the match televised by Sky Sports. Tony Pulis is the latest person to voice concerns with the squad's fitness. With just a day's rest and another to prepare for tonight's showdown with Leicester, Argyle's character, determation and resilliance will be tested by a team no stranger to the heights of English Football. Pulis said "It's not ideal to have two games so close...Leicester will be absolutely delighted to have an extra day's rest". The ex-Stoke cheif will want to secure his second win as Argyle boss.
HUNGRY BUZSAKY
After impressing on the box, Plymouth's playmaker Akos Buzsaky will be key in determining the outcome of this game. The Hungarian International has been in good form recently, heavily influential in his performance. This week, Argyle's No.8 has been linked with West Ham and West Brom, both of which are believed to be monitoring his progress. Unsurprisingly, Akos currently tops our new poll for 'Best Player'. He has never hidden his desire to play in The Premiership, but it is likely to take a large fee in order to persuade Pulis and The Pilgrims to part with their prized asset.
The opponents attitude towards Buzsaky will be a crucial factor. The Hungarian was proving a thorne in Millwall's left-side at the weekend, but was consequently man-marked out of the second half, as fatigue set in.
THE OPPOSITION
The Form Guide illustrates the upturn in fortune for The Foxes, who are currently nestled just inside the top half of The Championship. In terms of Key Players, Ex-Pilgrim Peter Gilbert will be absent through injury. Argyle fans may know the much-travelled Joey Gudjonsson, brother of Bjarni. Also, England International Dion Dublin could feature tonight. However, my players to watch are 8-goal striker Mark De Vries and the promising Iain Hume. Together they will provide a stern challenge for the Greens backline.
IN CONCLUSION
- Buzsaky again needs to be on top form; Capaldi will need to show the composure he is renowned for; Taylor & Chadwick, whoever starts up front this evening needs to prove their worth soon, or face the chop.
- Leicester will prepare their team similarly to Argyle, the contributions of Scottish Management. The game has DRAW written all over it, but genuine work ethic, quick thinking or maybe a change in fortune for the frontmen might capitalise on the home fixture, Argyle need to triumph tonight!
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