Pennant in fitness race

Last updated : 11 February 2003 By FootyMAD
Pennant, who completes his loan spell at Vicarage Road from Arsenal after the cup tie at the Stadium of Light, suffered an Achilles injury in the Hornets' 2-1 home defeat to Rotherham on Saturday.

"He's struggling to be ready," Hornets boss Ray Lewington told the club's official website.

"He's had a sore Achilles for a little while, but he got a whack on Saturday and that is what has brought the problem to a head.

"We'll take things very carefully with him this week and then leave a decision on whether he plays until much nearer the game."