O'Leary promises a serious match

Kristian O'Leary has confirmed his Swansea City testimonial game against West Brom at Liberty Stadium will be a serious pre-season clash (1500 BST).

The Swansea midfielder has been awarded Saturday's testimonial after 14 years at the club.

In that time 30-year-old O'Leary has made 300 appearances under nine different managers.

"We are a week away from the season, so there will be no messing about," said O'Leary.

"West Brom were concerned that it was a testimonial but Roberto Martinez has said it will be a proper game.

"I hope it's going to be a great day for everyone, especially my family. It will be a proud day for them.

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"Because they have stuck by me through the good times and the bad times.

"I hope some of the fans turn up and enjoy watching some of the new players.''

The Swans go into Saturday's match on the back of a 3-2 victory at Chester on Thursday.

Saturday will be followed by the Swans' final pre-season friendly against Dutch side Ado Den Haag at the Liberty on Tuesday.

That will proceed the Swans' opening game in the Championship when they visit the Valley to take on Charlton on Saturday, 9 August.

For tomorrow's match West Brom are set to include the likes of Jonathan Greening, Dean Kiely and Luke Moore.

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