Kofi Shaw has made one appearance from the bench in the league and was outstanding in Bristol Rovers’ 3-3 draw with Tottenham Hotspur Under-21s last month
Shaw made his first league appearance of the season as a substitute against Barnsley two weeks ago, having been an unused substitute in earlier matches against Cambridge United and Stockport County. He also came off the bench in a Carabao Cup match against Cardiff City.
His standout performance against Tottenham, where he scored a goal and was active throughout his 84 minutes on the pitch, has caught the attention of fans and boosted his standing with the manager. Having debuted in the first team last season against Wigan, Shaw has shown promise during pre-season, and fans are eager to see more of him.
Taylor clarified that managing Shaw’s involvement isn’t about protecting him, suggesting that he’s often closer to starting than just sitting on the bench. He emphasized that Shaw will play a role this season, whether it’s this weekend or soon after, noting the excitement around what the young player can bring to the team.
In other team news, Taylor refrained from naming any doubtful players ahead of the weekend match, though Taylor Moore will be absent due to a three-game suspension following a red card. The team is looking to bounce back from their recent defeat, with some players potentially sidelined due to fitness concerns. Taylor mentioned that Grant Ward has been training and may be available, but he’s also dealing with some players who might have been affected by injuries.
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