I dont see how someone can say Milner was a contender for MOM when our midfield was completely over run and outclassed.
However,Johnson has been very poor in recent weeks and doesnt deserve to start on recent performances.
I think Balotelli will be back in for his height and ability on the ground.
I also think Zabaleta will miss out for Kolorov purely based on height of Kolorov.
Zabaleta was troubled by Lennon last night and I dont think Pennant will be an easy day for him.
Height is everything against Stoke so I expect a back 4 of 6ft plus players with Yaya, Barry and Balotelli to provide additional height.
I think we will see
Hart,Richards, Kolorov,Kompany,Lescott, Barry, De Jong,Yaya, Balo, Tevez, Silva