Is Bunny Shaw available? c boss Gareth Taylor provides update on star striker after bizarre Champions League visa blunder

City failed to file a visa application in time for Bunny Shaw ahead of last Wednesday’s Champions League qualifier against Paris FC. They went on to win the match 5-0 without the Jamaican international but now manager Taylor has revealed that the prolific striker will available for the return leg on Thursday.

• WHAT TAYLOR SAID

  According to BBC Sport journalist Emma Sanders, City manager Taylor said Shaw is available to face Paris FC with the visa issue ‘sorted’, but team-mate Jill Roord will only be back for their Women’s Super League game against Brighton at the weekend.

  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    City are on the brink of returning to the Women’s Champions League proper for the first time in three years following their thumping win in France last week. After falling in qualifying in recent seasons, Taylor’s side are on the cusp of being back in the big time in Europe, as they hope to make their mark in the elite competition. And having Shaw – who was their top scorer last term – available is a huge boost for them going forward.

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    WHAT NEXT?

    After hosting Paris FC on Thursday night, City entertain Brighton on Sunday as the WSL returns this weekend. City – who were pipped to the league title by Chelsea last season – drew their WSL opener 2-2 with Arsenal on Sunday.