Roberto Martinez is still Swansea captain, despite being left out of the squad for the 2-0 win at Rochdale. "I explained to Roberto that I am delighted with his attitude," Swansea manager Kenny Jackett told BBC Sport.
"The intention in leaving him out was not to send a message but to look at a different equation in midfield.
"I felt that was needed after Saturday's loss to Northampton, especially in an away tie, but Roberto is still the club captain."
Martinez was captain at the Vetch when Jackett took over as manager last April.
 |  I wanted to look at Kristian O'Leary and Leon Britton as a combination |
Since then, the new boss has firmly imprinted his stamp on the club, removing memories of previous manager Brian Flynn's regime. Jackett chose Garry Monk as team captain for the Rochdale game, and was pleased with the efforts of his re-jigged central midfield.
"I wanted to look at Kristian O'Leary and Leon Britton as a combination," explained Jackett.
"One's a big strong lad and a keen competitor, the other's quick, very skilful and a good footballer.
"Andy Robinson on the left-hand side of midfield also showed a lot of all-round ability and scored a great goal."
The manager was pleased that his other surprise selection, choosing reserve team manager and part-time striker Kevin Nugent up front, also paid off.
"I'd seen enough of Kevin last year to keep him on the playing staff, and my judgement has been justified," said Jackett.
"He played well and scored a very good goal."
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