This was always going to be a by-product of a successful cup run. Give the squad players a run-out in the earlier rounds and if they get you that little bit further through the competition than maybe anticipated, then their 'reward' at some point in the later rounds is to be bounced in favour of...
CH does seem to have a bit of a blind spot about having LEADERS in midfield. We've got them in abundance in defence. But only Kayal in midfield. Stephens in particular, CH's golden boy, looks scared of his own shadow unless he's passing the ball backwards. Wouldn't happen at Withdean. Danny...
Not surprised he's pissed off. Kayal IMHO should ALWAYS be on the team sheet when available. Attacking central midfielder with a bit of bite about him. What's not to like?