Luke Williams has committed Peterborough United to an 'all-out attack' strategy for the foreseeable future. The boss will field an aggressive 4-4-2 formation against Doncaster Rovers this Saturday, leaning on his squad's forward strength to address a difficult start to the season.

Williams made his intentions clear this week, pointing to the need for a positive response after a 3-3 draw with Barnsley exposed defensive issues. He said the team sits 21st in League One with just five points from six games, having conceded ten goals.

Key selections for Doncaster

With James Dornelly injured and other fitness doubts, several players are set for important roles. Goalkeeper Alex Bass retains his place after his busy night against Barnsley. In defence, Josh Feeney has looked a class act since arriving on loan from Aston Villa, while David Okagbue is relied upon with Tom O’Connor absent.

Harley Mills, who had a hand in all three goals last time out, is expected to start after his best display of the season. Liam Kelly is needed for his ability to control the tempo in midfield. Up front, Danny Ormerod is undroppable following his two-goal game and all-round performance, providing a vital aerial threat. He will partner Harry Leonard, who showed promising signs of a fruitful partnership.

Squad depth and options

Carl Johnston should play ahead of Lucca Mendonca if he is even 80% fit. Harrison Jones is being considered due to doubts about the fitness of Brandon Khela and Ben Woods, valued for his technical ability. Winger Owura Edwards will use his sheer speed on the outside, though his end product can be inconsistent.

On the bench, Collin Adeng Ndi may get a chance in next Tuesday’s EFL Trophy game, with Ethan Williams, Bolu Shofowoke and Chris Conn Clarke also among the substitutes. The full squad list is available on our squad page.

This approach comes against a Doncaster side that created chances without taking them in recent games, but who beat Peterborough just days ago. That result leaves Posh behind leaders Sheffield Wednesday. The immediate focus is on stopping a winless run that has stretched to five matches in all competitions. After hosting Doncaster at the Weston Homes Stadium with a 3pm kick-off, attention turns to an away trip to face Stockport County.

This story first appeared at Peterborough Telegraph