“A year ago I would have been in a panic but now it does not bother me and, if they want me to, I will take the penalties against Arsenal in the FA Cup on Saturday and against Juventus in the European Cup in Turn next Wednesday.

“The only problem is I don’t know wether the others will let me take them after also missing penalties against Barcelona and Wolves!

“The Important thing is that my general form is good even though admit I should have had a hat-trick."

Gordon Cowans.



“My neck began to stiffen up after the first leg against Juventus and the frightening thing is that in the course of a week, it has hardly improved.

“I must be doubtful for Saturday's game unless something dramatic happens.”

Tony Morley.



“It's very sore at the moment but I am sure I will be ready [for Arsenal and Juventus].”

Dennis Mortimer.



“The club doctor la looking at him [Dennis Mortimer] today but he has stud marks on his knee which has swollen up since came off.”

Tony Barton.