But the Posh's pre-match preparations were not helped by the loss of strike trio Aaron McLean, George Boyd and Craig Mackail-Smith to a virus.

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The Posh boss also confirmed that he has still yet to receive an approach for Mclean and Mackail-Smith or winger George Boyd.

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George Boyd, Shaun Batt or Ben Wright could partner Aaron Mclean in his absence.

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Posh started the game with Aaron Mclean and Ben Wright leading the line, but introduced George Boyd and Shaun Batt as the match wore on.

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