Harper fears injuries and revenge attack will help Pilgrim’s Progress.

As Newcastle United goalkeeper, Steve Harper wrestles with his slightly dodgy back before Watford, he looked forward slightly gloomily to the Magpie's forthcoming FA Cup 'Pilgrimage' to Plymouth on January 2nd. Playing down Toon's cup ambitions, he worries about injuries may take their toll, and how re-entry to the Premiership must take priority over everything.

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