Back Worries for Pair - Ipswich Town News
Chris Bart-Williams and John McGreal both failed to complete Monday training due to back injuries picked up during Saturday's 6-4 win against Crewe Alexandra.
Bart-Williams was unable to take any part in the session while McGreal was sidelined halfway through. The duo will be monitored over the next few days.
Skipper Jim Magilton came off on Saturday due to a dead leag and missed out this morning. Richard Naylor and Darren Bent were also on the sidelines.
Naylor and Magilton are expected to be back in training soon are are not considered worries ahead of Saturday's FA Cup clash with Sunderland.
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