Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has provided uplifting injury updates on two key players ahead of the team’s match against Leicester City on Saturday at St Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park.
Tomoki Iwata, who was substituted during last weekend’s 2-0 victory over Oxford United due to a hip injury, has successfully trained throughout the week and is expected to return to the starting lineup against Leicester. Davies expressed confidence in Iwata’s recovery, stating, “He’s been OK, he’s got through training fine so he should be OK.”
In addition, Demarai Gray is on track for a return to the squad for next weekend’s FA Cup tie against Leeds United. Gray has not played for Birmingham in the past eight matches, having sustained a calf injury on Boxing Day against Derby County. Davies considers Gray’s return critical, noting, “It would be a huge boost and he’s another one who we can safely say has been a successful addition to the squad. He’s had big moments and is a big player for us.” With the season entering its final third, the manager emphasized the significance of having Gray’s experience back on the pitch.
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As Birmingham City prepares for their crucial match against Leicester, the hopeful return of Iwata and Gray presents an optimistic outlook for the team as they look to make a strong finish to the season.