McCarthy visits former side - Matchday preview 29/12/2012

Ipswich manager Mick McCarthy visits his former side today as the Tractor Boys are on their travels to Wolves. McCarthy was manager at Molineux for six years before being sacked in February of this year. The Blues could name an unchanged side for a fifth straight match.
Southend are also away today as they visit Burton who are four points behind the blues. The Brewers have only ever lost to Southend. The visitors are hoping  Assombalonga will recover from an ankle injury. Paul Sturrock's side are looking to extend their unbeaten run to 15 games in all competitions.

Non-league matches:
Chelmsford v Boreham Wood
Sudbury v Harlow

Postponed matches:
Colchester v Swindon
Braintree v Woking