Pearce has got a strong side heading into tonights friendly against Romania.
Notably Theo Walcott returns following the injury that kept him out of the summer tournament in Holland and he is expected to start, probably alongside Aston Villa's Gabriel Agbonlahor.
Probably the best prospect at the moment is Newcastle's James Milner, who was very impressive last weekend. Villa had to double up to shut him down in the second half.
Although this is a friendly Pearce wants nothing less than a convincing win. Following the disappointment of the penalty shootout that sent them home from Holland early, expectation is very high for the next international cup in two years time and they have six UEFA Championship qualifiers following this match.
The price is 1/2 on
William Hill for a home win, not great, but the double result is 6/5 and given the strength of the side it could be worth a punt.
Kick off is 19:45 from Bristol City's Ashton Gate.
Best of luck to everyone.