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Sitting two points behind 17th-place Hull with five games left to play, Paul Clement has described Swansea's match against Stoke this Saturday as a "must-win" fixture. In truth, Swansea must win another couple of games beyond Saturday to have a reasonable chance of survival. Though the Swans' recent play has been characterised by a baffling lack of intensity given their plight, perhaps the visit of an old rival can be a catalyst for a timely resurgence.
Stoke are no Cardiff City but while Swansea's arch enemy remain a division removed, the Potters are probably the closest team to filling the void.