SOUTHEND United manager Chris Powell has made four changes to his starting line-up for this afternoon’s clash against Bradford City.

The Blues boss has opted to leave out Theo Robinson and Shawn McCoulsky – who both scored against Brentford on Tuesday night – with Simon Cox and Tom Hopper lining up in attack.

Michael Kightly and Sam Mantom have both been recalled in the midfield while the final changes sees Michael Turner replace Harry Kyprianou at the heart of the back four.

Michael Klass has also dropped to the bench after starting against Brentford.

Southend United: Oxley, Demetriou, Turner, White, Coker, McLaughlin, Mantom, Dieng, Kightly, Cox, Hopper

Subs: Bishop, Bwomono, Klass, Kyprianou, McCoulsky, Robinson & Hendrie