Tim Cahill pushing for first start since Millwall return

Posted Monday, February 19, 2018 by PA

Millwall are again expected to weigh up Tim Cahill’s fitness ahead of the Sky Bet Championship match against Sheffield Wednesday.

Australian midfielder Cahill was a late substitute in Saturday’s 1-0 win at Birmingham, his second appearance from the bench following his return to the New Den, and could come into contention for a starting place.

Midfielder Shaun Williams came back into the side at St Andrew’s and will be hoping to retain his place ahead of Ryan Tunnicliffe.

Forward Aiden O’Brien (ankle) and defender Byron Webster (knee) both continue their rehabilitation.

Wednesday will have forward Marco Matias available again following a three-match suspension.

Defender Jordan Thorniley and midfield duo Sean Clare and Jack Stobbs are also available after being cup-tied against Swansea, but striker Jordan Rhodes is still laid low by illness.

Midfielder Almen Abdi and defender Tom Lees are both closing in on a first-team return, and are scheduled to feature for the under-23s to build up match fitness.

Goalkeeper Keiren Westwood is expected to be out for around six weeks following groin surgery, while defender Sam Hutchinson (hernia) also continues his rehabilitation.