Swindon Town

Swindon v Peterborough
Swindon must wait to discover the extent of Jack Smith's knee injury before deciding on their team. Ricky Shakes is favourite to deputise if he is ruled out, while Jamie Vincent (Achilles) is back in contention and Andy Monkhouse (hamstring) may return. Peterborough could hand debuts to on-loan Coventry duo Liam Davis and Ben Turner after signing short-term deals. But Guy Branston and Paul Carden are suspended after being sent off in the 5-0 defeat at Walsall.

Swindon v Boston
Swindon striker Lee Peacock will have a late fitness test on a dead leg. Midfielder Paul Ince is also struggling after suffering from a virus but while Charlie Comyn-Platt definitely misses out with a shoulder injury. Boston could be without midweek goal-hero Francis Green, who is doubtful after turning an ankle. Meanwhile, Simon Rusk (knee), Brad Maylett (groin), Lee Canoville (knee ligament) and Mark Greaves (hamstring) all remain sidelined.

Rhodes makes loan move to Swindon
Swindon have signed Brentford winger Alex Rhodes on a month's loan. Rhodes has been involved in most of the Bees' games so far this season after two long spells out with injury in the previous two campaigns. He joined Brentford from Newmarket Town and scored the goal which guaranteed the Bees' League One survival on the final day of the 2003/04 season. Meanwhile Brentford have cancelled the contract of Jamie England by mutual consent after one game as a substitute.

Swindon v Grimsby
Swindon striker Christian Roberts will miss the game as he has succumbed to a long-standing knee injury. Alex Rhodes goes straight into the squad following his month-long loan switch from Brentford and Charlie Comyn-Platt (shoulder) could return. Grimsby boss Graham Rodger will name an unchanged side for the trip if defender Gary Croft shakes off a knock. Tony Thorpe is expected to keep his place in attack while striker Isaiah Rankin (thigh) is still out.

Swindon 3-0 Grimsby
Swindon reversed a run of five league games without a victory. Michael Pook started the rout when Fola Onibuje did well down the right and found Andy Monkhouse who set the teenager up for the opener. Monkhouse then got in on the act himself a minute before the interval, firing past Phil Barnes from 25 yards. Grimsby were denied by stand-in keeper Ady Williams - deputising for the injured Peter Brezovan - before Lee Peacock lobbed in Swindon's third. Swindon: Brezovan (Nicholas 78), Jack Smith, Vincent, Ifil, Williams, Brownlie (Shakes 54), Pook, Weston, Monkhouse, Peacock, Onibuje (Rhodes 69). Subs Not Used: Brown, Jutkiewicz. Booked: Onibuje, Weston. Goals: Pook 33, Monkhouse 44, Peacock 88. Grimsby: Barnes, McDermott, Croft, Fenton, Butler, Bore, Bolland, Ravenhill, Toner, Jones, Thorpe (North 90). Subs Not Used: Newey, Beagrie, Boshell, Whittle. Booked: Butler, Fenton, Ravenhill. Att: 5,719 Ref: N Swarrick (Preston).

Brezovan out for rest of season
Swindon goalkeeper Peter Brezovan is expected to miss the rest of the season after breaking his arm. Brezovan, 26, had to be stretchered off after sustaining the injury during the 3-0 weekend win against Grimsby. Boss Dennis Wise told the club website: \"It was a brave save but he was in big trouble straight away. \"It is a big blow because he is such a presence and he is a very good goalkeeper. But we have to pick ourselves up and carry on.\"

Shrewsbury v Swindon
Shrewsbury expect to have Ben Herd in the side again after feeling no ill-effects from a shin injury. Andy Cooke is out with a leg knock and goalkeeper Ryan Esson remains sidelined with a facial injury. Swindon have Lee Peacock struggling with a calf strain, and Royce Brownlie is also doubt with ankle problem. Phil Smith, a summer signing from Crawley, is set to make his league debut with keeper Peter Brezovan out for six months with a broken arm.

Shrewsbury 1-2 Swindon
Swindon substitute Aaron Brown's fortunate strike handed the League Two high-flyers a late winner. His 20-yard volley took a massive deflection past unfortunate keeper Chris MacKenzie. Swindon had raced into an early lead when Fola Onibuje turned neatly to sweep home from close range. The home team levelled when midfielder Ben Davies superbly beat keeper Phil Smith with a curling 25-yard free-kick into the top corner. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shrewsbury: MacKenzie, Burton, Langmead, Hope (Cowan 75), Hall, Edwards, Drummond, Sorvel (Hogg 64), Davies, Cooke (Asamoah 56), Symes. Subs Not Used: Neal, Herd. Goals: Davies 68. Swindon: Phil Smith, Jack Smith, Ifil, Williams, Vincent, Shakes, Pook, Weston, Monkhouse (Brown 45), Peacock (Rhodes 64), Onibuje. Subs Not Used: Whalley, Nicholas, Brownlie. Booked: Ifil, Brown, Onibuje. Goals: Onibuje 12, Brown 81. Att: 5,218. Ref: S Bratt (West Midlands).

We deserved our victory says Wise
Swindon manager Dennis Wise felt his side were worthy winners of their away game against Shrewsbury. \"Shrewsbury are well organised and they are a big side but we deserved the win,\" Wise said after the 2-1 success. \"We knew it would be tough but we had the better chances and I'm chuffed to bits with the lads. \"Our concentration throughout games is improving. We're cutting down on the mistakes and people are realising what their jobs are.\"

Leeds talks with Wise put on hold
Swindon have withdrawn permission for Dennis Wise to hold talks with Leeds over their vacant managerial post. The Robins earlier allowed Wise and assistant Gus Poyet to talk to Leeds. But a Swindon statement said: \"The club made clear they would only release Dennis and Gus from their contracts if suitable compensation was paid. \"Regrettably, it has proven impossible to agree compensation. The club has withdrawn permission for Leeds to talk with or seek to appoint Wise or Poyet.\" Swindon say talks between the two clubs are \"ongoing\" but the Robins also revealed they have offered Wise and Poyet improved terms if they stay at the County Ground. \"Dennis and Gus remain contracted until the end of June 2009 and are continuing to fulfil their duties,\" the statement read. \"Both they and the club are determined to ensure that the progress achieved to date continues. \"Both individuals have been offered significantly improved terms at the club and it is hoped they will remain at Swindon for the forseeable future.\" Wise and Poyet have clauses in their contracts allowing them to speak to Premiership or Championship clubs that are interested - providing Swindon receive the value of one year's salary of both men in compensation. Ex-England midfielder Wise took charge at the County Ground in May following Swindon's relegation to League Two and they won their first six league games under him. Swindon are now third in League Two, three points behind leaders Walsall. Leeds have been without a manager since sacking Kevin Blackwell in September when coach John Carver took charge on a caretaker basis at Elland Road. Carver conceded that his chances of landing the job permanently had probably ended with the recent 4-0 home defeat by Stoke Wise has been continually linked with Leeds after spending many years as a player under United chairman Ken Bates at Chelsea. He also managed Millwall between October 2003 and May 2005, leading them to the 2004 FA Cup final.

Leeds & Swindon agree Wise deal
Leeds have agreed a deal with Swindon allowing them to speak with Robins boss Dennis Wise and his assistant Gus Poyet about their managerial vacancy. Swindon had earlier announced they had withdrawn permission for talks as Leeds had failed to meet their demands. But a Leeds statement said: \"Leeds have now been granted permission to discuss personal terms with both Dennis Wise and Gus Poyet.\" Leeds also announced that caretaker manager John Carver has left the club. David Geddis, who has been assisting Carver since Kevin Blackwell was sacked, is expected to take charge of Tuesday's Carling Cup tie against Southend. Meanwhile, Swindon have put Dave Tuttle, who was acting as their Head of Youth and Scouting Director, as their caretaker manager. The revelations suggest Wise's appointment is close and brings an end to a confusing day during which each club released conflicting statements concerning the negotiations for the former Chelsea midfielder and former team-mate Poyet. The day began with a statement from Swindon that said they had reluctantly given Leeds permission to speak with Wise and Poyet, who are under contract until 2009. But a later statement from the Wiltshire side said: \"The club made clear they would only release Dennis and Gus from their contracts if suitable compensation was paid. \"Regrettably, it has proven impossible to agree compensation. The club has withdrawn permission for Leeds to talk with or seek to appoint Wise or Poyet.\" The Robins also revealed they have offered Wise and Poyet improved terms if they stayed at the County Ground. Wise and Poyet have clauses in their contracts allowing them to speak to interested Premiership or Championship clubs, providing Swindon receive the value of one year's salary for both men in compensation. Ex-England midfielder Wise took charge at the County Ground in May, following Swindon's relegation to League Two, and they won their first six league games under him. They are now third in League Two, three points behind leaders Walsall. Leeds have been without a manager since sacking Kevin Blackwell in September when coach John Carver took charge on a caretaker basis at Elland Road. Carver conceded that his chances of landing the job permanently had probably ended with the recent 4-0 home defeat by Stoke. They were thrashed 5-1 by Luton on Saturday. Wise has been continually linked with Leeds after spending many years as a player under United chairman Ken Bates at Chelsea. He also managed Millwall between October 2003 and May 2005, leading them to the 2004 FA Cup final.

Williams in talks for Swindon job
Swindon have confirmed they are talking to captain Ady Williams about becoming caretaker boss after Dave Tuttle turned down the role. Tuttle initially accepted the post but has since changed his mind, saying: \"I have given it a lot of thought and decided it's not right.\" Williams, 35, only joined the club in the summer from Coventry but has made a huge impact as skipper. He would replace Dennis Wise who remains on the brink of joining Leeds. Despite turning down the caretaker role, Tuttle insists he wants to stay at the club. \"I am committed to Swindon and want to continue developing my current role with the youth team and scouting,\" he added. Swindon's acting chief executive Martyn Stames said Tuttle had the \"full backing of everyone at the club\". He added: \"He has done a fantastic job since joining the club and we look forward to him continuing in that role.\"

Hunter named Williams' assistant
Swindon have named former Rushden & Diamonds boss Barry Hunter as assistant to caretaker manager Ady Williams. Williams was placed in temporary charge on Tuesday following the departure of Dennis Wise and his assistant Gustavo Poyet to Championship strugglers Leeds. Hunter, 37, who was dismissed by Rushden towards the end of last season, has been called on to help his former Reading team-mate on a temporary basis. \"I am pleased to be here and just want to get started,\" Hunter said. \"It's a good squad, a great stadium and a club with a fantastic following and I'm looking forward to the challenge. \"Despite being caretaker manager Ady will be playing in the games so I'll be an extra pair of eyes on the sidelines and hopefully I'll be able to give him some help.\"

Swindon v Lincoln
Ady Williams faces his first match as Swindon caretaker manager without defender Jerel Ifil, who serves a one-match ban. Midfielder Paul Evans could also miss out as he is still recovering from a hamstring problem. Lincoln have a near full-strength squad with Adie Moses back in after Nicky Eaden returned to Nottingham Forest. Lee Frecklington has shaken off a calf strain so Paul Morgan and Gary Birch are the only absentees.

Swindon 0-1 Lincoln
Jamie Forrester's seventh goal in his last three games was enough to take Lincoln to the top of League Two. Forrester scored after 63 minutes after Swindon failed to clear, and the ball fell to the in-form striker, who made no mistake from 15 yards. Swindon striker Lee Peacock had the first effort on goal in the 11th minute, but he shot high and wide. Fola Limbuje should have opened the scoring for Swindon but he failed to convert Arron Brown's fine cross. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Swindon: Phil Smith, Jack Smith, Vincent, Williams, Nicholas, Shakes (Brownlie 78), Pook, Weston, Brown (Rhodes 80), Onibuje, Peacock. Subs Not Used: Stewart, Whalley, Henry. Booked: Weston. Lincoln City: Marriott, Beevers, Mayo, Moses, Brown, Amoo, Frecklington, Kerr, Hughes, Stallard, Forrester. Subs Not Used: Rayner, Gritton, Cryan, Ryan, Mettam. Booked: Frecklington, Stallard. Goals: Forrester 63. Att: 7,685 Ref: A Hall (W Midlands).

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