Jackett wary of Peterborough's attacking prowess

KENNY JACKETT believes Peterborough's approach against Pompey will be contrasting to Shrewsbury's last weekend.Â
Kenny Jackett. Picture: Joe PeplerKenny Jackett. Picture: Joe Pepler
Kenny Jackett. Picture: Joe Pepler

The Blues travel to the Posh tomorrow as the top two sides in the division go head-to-head. 

Both teams are unbeaten, but it's Steve Evans' men who sit at the top of the table '“ two points above the visitors.

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Peterborough have won six and drawn one of their opening seven matches to set the early pace.

Kenny Jackett. Picture: Joe PeplerKenny Jackett. Picture: Joe Pepler
Kenny Jackett. Picture: Joe Pepler

They've been impressive on the front foot, already scoring 19 goals, and battled back to deliver a 3-2 win at Southend last weekend.

In contrast, Pompey head into the game following a frustrating 1-1 draw with the Shrews at Fratton Park. 

John Askey's side limited the Blues' goalscoring opportunities throughout the game. 

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However, Jackett is expecting a more attacking approach from Peterborough. 

The boss said: '˜Last week Shrewsbury, as they did last season, locked on to us and stifled us.

'˜They got the goal through a mistake and was their only shot on target of the game. 

'˜This weekend will be a very different game against a very good side. They've made a high amount of changes but have hit the ground running.

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'˜As Peterborough do, they move players on but a high amount of players come in.

'˜They have gelled quickly, hit the ground running and set the standard for the division so far '“ particularly in terms of goalscoring.

'˜Although it will be a challenge, it's one we're looking forward to.'

Peterborough lost last season's talisman Jack Marriott to Derby during the summer.

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But they did manage to keep hold of Marcus Maddison, who was linked with a move to Leeds.

Jackett recognises the 24-year-old is a threat to Pompey. 

'˜There was obviously talk Maddison would be going but it hasn't quite happened,' added the boss.

'˜Everyone in League One knows what a talent he is and he will obviously strengthen them.'

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More than 2,100 Pompey fans will make the journey to London Road. 

Jackett wants his troops to repay those making the trip with a good performance. 

'˜It will be a great atmosphere and generally is a big game this early in the season,' added the manager. 

'˜We're delighted with the amount of fans and the interest in this game. We're looking for a good performance and a good result.'