Matthew West's third goal in as many appearances wasn't enough as an experienced City reserve side went down to a 3-1 defeat against Wolves at their Compton training complex.

Academy striker West, a second-half substitute, linked-up well with fellow youngster Dave Burtoft to grab a late consolation as a three-goal salvo, following a goalless first-half, earned the home side a resounding win.

Nevertheless, the game allowed first-team manager Iain Dowie to run the rule over several stars hoping to impress ahead of Sunday's local derby trip to Birmingham City.

Midfielders Colin Cameron and Chris Birchall both completed 90 minutes and skipper Robert Page also came through 45 minutes unscathed.

Winger Khalilou Fadiga also featured for 70 minutes for his first taste of action since returning to England after a family bareavement.

Team: Lee-Barrett, Whing, Page, Turner, Giddings, Birchall, Cameron, Gooding, Hildreth, Lorougnon, Fadiga. Subs: Ireland, Burtoft, West, Duggan, Jones.