It's a big gamble leaving Carsley out. Even if he hasn't played under Trap he could sleepwalk into that formation. Two years ago Stan thought we had enough in midfield without Carsley.
Maybe Trap will be fully vindicated plunging on Whelan with O'Brien for back up.
There is no room to make up later from a bad start. Less than 4 points will leave us at the starting gate.
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