Liam Delap
CHEEngland
Right
Feb 8, 2003
23
6'1"
159 lb
CF
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Poacher
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News
Wins penalty off bench
Delap came off the bench in the 74th minute and won a penalty in Saturday's 2-0 win over Brentford.
Analysis: Delap missed the midweek EFL Cup match against Arsenal but made an immediate impact off the bench on his return, winning a penalty one minute after coming on that led to the second goal. The forward has had increased involvement recently, making two starts in his last four league appearances during a congested fixture schedule and scoring once. He has yet to start under new head coach Liam Rosenior, facing competition from Joao Pedro.
Clears illness Saturday
Delap (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Brentford.
Analysis: Delap is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Brentford as he continues to recover from an illness. While not fit enough to start, he remains an option during the match depending on how it unfolds. Delap has been a regular starter when fit for the Blues this season and could keep a similar once fully fit under coach Liam Rosenior.
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