Ashton set to recover for Lions trip

Last updated : 21 November 2005 By Rick Lamb
Nigel Worthington received a boost today with the news that star striker Dean Ashton looks likely to recover from the back injury that forced him off at Carrow Road on Saturday.

The number 10 was in a very confident mood against Luton, creating Andy Hughes' opener before a deft flick sure to feature in Soccer AM's showboat next weekend sent Darren Huckerby scampering away for the second.

Canaries fans may have feared the worst when the England under-21 man went down by the touchline in the second half after a typically determined chase and tackle, and had to be replaced. Ashton, however, is almost certain to start at the New Den as City aim to build on a well-balanced, confident performance against Luton.

Dickson Etuhu will continue in midfield despite fading in the second half of his debut, while David Wright, who also impressed before going off with a knock late on, is expected to continue at right back against Millwall, who fought out a creditable 2-2 draw with league leaders Sheffield United on Saturday.