Byrne and Mozika pushing for starts

Last Updated: Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:00
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Scunthorpe skipper Cliff Byrne and midfielder Damian Mozika are hoping to make the starting line-up at Leyton Orient.

Right-back Byrne, who has made only two appearances all season due to persistent groin trouble, was an unused substitute in the midweek win over Rochdale, while Mozika made his first appearance off the bench since mid-October after recovering from a long-term ankle problem.

Leading goalscorer Bobby Grant was also an unused substitute on Tuesday night along with fellow striker Jordan Robertson, who has recently recovered from a hip injury.

Manager Alan Knill has several selection dilemmas for the first time this season following the recent arrival of three new signings, striker Jon Parkin and defenders David Mirfin and Jamie Reckford, who all made their full debuts against Rochdale.

Jimmy Ryan is closing in on his return following a knee injury, but is not yet ready, while another midfielder, Michael Collins (Achilles), plus strikers Connor Jennings (foot) and Matt Godden (hip) remain sidelined.

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