Wendy Lawrence and Andy Thomas were absent, said to be undergoing medical tests.

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But the Dragons rallied and got themselves back into the game through Martyn Thomas and Andy Williams, only to be let down by Aled Thomas' kicking.

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Kevin Nugent and James Thomas had made little impact up front for the Swans in the first period, so it was no surprise when manager Brian Flynn sent on Andy Robinson in Thomas' place.

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