article_snippet.sent: With the stakes so high it is perhaps understandable that Karanka is hoping Jonathan Woodgate, Karanka experienced captain, can continue to play through the pain.
article_snippet.sent: Karanka missed the recent defeat at Bournemouth due to Karanka broken toe but returned against Wigan.
article_snippet.sent: Crucially, each of the defender's five appearances this season, and eight of Karanka last nine, have resulted in wins.