Southend United striker Drewe Broughton is back in the Shrimpers squad for tonight's trip to Lincoln City.

Bouncing back - Drewe Broughton is hoping for a first-team recall tonight Picture: MAXINE CLARKE

The tall target-man missed Saturday's dismal 2-0 defeat against Cheltenham Town but is sure the Seasiders will get their season back on track at Sincil Bank this evening.

"The fans maybe a bit disillusioned right now but we've got a great set of players and a fantastic managerial team," said the 25-year-old.

"We will show the supporters what we're made of in the next two or three games."

And Broughton is determined to play a major role in reviving the Roots Hall club's fortunes after recovering from a foot ligament injury.

"I'm fit and in the squad but I'm not sure if I'm going to be starting," said the former Kidderminster Harriers forward who netted twice during pre-season.

"Unfortunately Saturday was a couple of days too early for me, which was obviously very frustrating, so I'm really looking forward to being involved again tonight."

Published Tuesday August 10, 2004

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