Michael Dawson is set to make his long-awaited comeback from injury on Saturday when Hull City host Stoke City.
Hull City manager Mike Phelan is hoping the return of captain Michael Dawson will inspire a reaction to last weekend's humbling at Bournemouth.
Hull were thrashed 6-1 on the south coast in Phelan's first game in permanent charge and the former Manchester United assistant coach is hoping his players have the mental fortitude to bounce back against a resurgent Stoke City side.
He said at his news conference: "The reaction has been very good. We've had a week to get over things.