Vipotnik backed to rediscover scoring touch for Swansea

Last season's golden boot winner is yet to score this term, but his manager insists it's just a matter of time.

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What happened. Zan Vipotnik has been backed by his manager to return to form for Swansea City, despite not being guaranteed a starting spot.

• Swansea lead the Championship after six games.
• Vipotnik has only one league start this season.
• Adam Idah has been preferred up front, scoring twice.

“I think if someone knows how to score goals it's him, so I think it's just a matter of scoring.”

— Swansea City manager

Swansea face Southampton on Tuesday, aiming to extend their unbeaten start.

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