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Lambert: United the priority

Tuesday 14th February 2012 18:09

Lambert: The Norwich boss is wary of risking players in the FA Cup

Lambert: The Norwich boss is wary of risking players in the FA Cup

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Norwich manager Paul Lambert admits that he is prioritising his side's Premier League clash with Manchester United.

The Canaries face Leicester City in the FA Cup at Carrow Road before they take on the Red Devils on Sunday, February 26.

But Lambert is coming to terms with a growing injury list - making their recent form all the more impressive.

His side beat Swansea 3-2 on Saturday despite missing centre-backs Zak Whitbread and Daniel Ayala through injury.

They suffered further setbacks in the clash at the Liberty Stadium and Lambert admits that he will not risk anyone ahead of the game with Manchester United.

He told the Eastern Daily Press: "I'll see how this week goes but it gives us respite and we only have that small team the following week in Manchester United.

"Manchester United is probably the priority. Adam (Drury) had a bit of a groin. (Elliott) Bennett just got a knock in a block tackle, but the good thing is now we have a bit of respite before we play Manchester United.

"(Elliot) Wardy came across to the bench towards the end and he was feeling a bit sore, but he had to stay out there.

"Kyle Naughton was on his last legs as well but it speaks volumes that we could carry it through. He just got a bang at the side of his knee so we'll see how he is."

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