Soccer: Pearce could start against Norwich

Stuart Pearce could make his first start for Manchester City in six weeks.

The 39-year-old is in contention after he built up his match fitness with a 45-minute run-out in the reserves.

Kevin Keegan expects Shaun Wright-Phillips to be fit while Danny Tiatto is back in training and should also be available.

Richard Edghill will definitely be missing after he was sent off against West Brom, incurring a one-match ban.

Phil Mulryne faces a late fitness test ahead of Norwich's trip to Maine Road.

He was forced off after 18 minutes of the goalless FA Cup draw against Chelsea with an ankle problem and is rated "touch and go".

Iwan Roberts is optimistic he will play a part in the FA Cup replay at Stamford Bridge, but is definitely ruled out for the visit to Maine Road.

Nigel Worthington has been boosted by the return of David Nielsen, who comes back into the squad after missing the Chelsea tie.