Hughes keeps players on toes

Hughes keeps players on toes

Published Feb. 22, 2011 1:15 p.m. ET

The Cottagers' team arguably went close to picking itself earlier in the campaign following injuries to key players. But with everyone except Philippe Senderos now fit - and the defender is close to returning himself - competition for places is becoming more intense than ever. Hughes told his club's official website: "I'm constantly looking at how the players perform, because I expect us to train how we play, so I'm looking to make sure the intensity is correct and that's reflected in my selections. "It's not just a case of if a player played well two weeks ago, they'll play this week. "It's about making sure they're right for the game that's ahead of us, and that goes for every position."

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