Swansea vs Stoke team news and line-ups: Stoke Keeper Jack Butland makes a return in goal as Joe Allen makes emotional return to Liberty Stadium


SWANSEA boss Paul Clement has opted for Leon Britton in midfield for the first time in his short stint at the Liberty Stadium.

Stoke City make three changes from the team that beat Hull City last week, the big news is the return of keeper Jack Butland after a year out with injury.

 

Joe Allen (centre-right) could make his return
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Here’s all the latest information as the Swans face the Potters at the Liberty Stadium.

What is the latest Swansea team news?

Captain Jack Cork is on the road to recovery from an ankle injury.

But the match against Stoke is expected to come a week to soon for him.

Nathan Dyer and Angel Rangel are out for the rest of the season.

What is the latest Stoke team news?

Jack Butland returned to the matchday squad for Stoke's 3-1 win over Hull after a year on the sidelines.

Mark Hughes will now have to decide whether he wants to replace Lee Grant with the England goalkeeper.

Joe Allen could make an emotional return to the Liberty Stadium, where he made his name, as he recovers from a hamstring injury.

Ibrahim Afellay and Stephen Ireland are out.

What time does Swansea vs Stoke kick off and what TV channel is it on?

Swansea vs Stoke will take place at 3pm on Saturday, April 22 at the Liberty Stadium.

The match will not be broadcast on TV but you can follow all the action on the SunSport live blog.

Alternatively you can download the Sun Football app and be first to watch the goals.

SunSport Prediction

Swansea's record against Stoke leaves a lot to be desired, but the struggling Swans need the points more than the mid-table Potters. 2-0.

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