Baidoo set for Plymouth Argyle return from hamstring injury

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 15:00 · Archive

Michael Baidoo is set to make his first competitive appearance for Plymouth Argyle in 18 months against seventh-tier Alvechurch in the Emirates FA Cup first round on Saturday. The Ghana forward suffered a hamstring injury in Argyle's final pre-season game against Bristol City on 1 August, after impressing in pre-season matches and training.

Baidoo last played a competitive fixture on the final day of the 2024-25 Championship season. Argyle were subsequently relegated to League One and Baidoo spent the following season on loan at Qatari side Umm Salal before returning to Argyle ahead of the current term.

Head coach Tom Cleverley said he had been impressed by Baidoo's performances. "He has looked excellent. The way he handles the ball, his technique, his explosive power and speed, I have been really impressed with him," Cleverley said. "He looks like someone who is definitely going to improve the squad." Cleverley indicated Baidoo would probably start on the bench as he builds up match fitness. Fellow forward Owen Oseni is also likely to return from injury for the tie.

How it is being reported

• Baidoo to return as Plymouth take no FA Cup chancesPlymouth Argyle's Ghana forward Michael Baidoo is set to make his return from injury in the Pilgrims' FA Cup first round tie with non-league Alvechurch.BBC Devon · 5 Nov, 14:19
• Tom Cleverley excited by Plymouth Argyle return to fitness of Michael BaidooBaidoo has recovered from a hamstring injury and will be involved in the Emirates FA Cup tie against Alvechurch this weekendPlymouthLive · 5 Nov, 14:07

In this story: Michael Baidoo · Plymouth Argyle · Alvechurch · Tom Cleverley · Ghana

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