West Bromwich Albion striker Peter Odemwingie in rush to be fit

Dec 10 2010 by Gregg Evans, Birmingham Mail

PETER Odemwingie is facing a race against time to be fit for tomorrow’s crunch derby clash with Villa.

The Nigerian forward hasn’t trained all week because of a groin injury and head coach Roberto Di Matteo is sweating on his fitness ahead of the trip to Villa Park.

Di Matteo is hoping the influential striker will take part in training today, which will give him a chance to assess his condition before tomorrow’s eagerly-anticipated encounter.

“If he manages to train we have a chance,” said Di Matteo.

“We have to wait and see how he is going to be tomorrow.’’