Midfielder Nicky Bailey believes Southend will rise to the challenge in their League One promotion clash with leaders Swansea on Friday.The Shrimpers leading scorer believes his side have what it takes to extend their six-game unbeaten run, but is wary of the league leader's quality despite their failure to record a win in their last three outings.

"They've had a bit of a wobble lately but they're obviously still a really good side and it's going to be a hard game," he told the club's official website.

"But we're a really good side too and have done well at home, so we're looking to keep this run we're on going and we're confident we can do it."

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