CURZON ASHTON will have to finish the season without Jamie Stott who has been recalled by Oldham Athletic.
Sad to see the on-loan defender leave, manager John Flanagan said: “We’ll definitely miss him. I’d like to wish Jamie all the best and thank him for having a fantastic attitude and level of commitment. He’s a top lad.”
James Baillie comes back for the Nash — who are away to Worcester City in National League North tomorrow (Saturday) — having recovered from a slight groin strain. Andy Watson has been recalled from Mossley.
A scan has shown Matt Flynn has torn knee cartilage and will need surgery. A pelvic strain continues to rule out Iain Howard.
STALYBRIDGE CELTIC embark on the next step of Mission Impossible when they entertain champions-elect Fylde.
Steve Burr’s men kept their faint survival hopes alive with an impressive 2-0 victory at Alfreton on Tuesday, but they will have their work cut out as they attempt to record the win they desperately need. Fylde are not only nine points clear at the top of the table, they have scored 99 league goals so far.
Celtic could have defender Matty Regan (hamstring) and midfielder Keano Deacon (foot) available, but both face late fitness tests. Forward Danny Wilkins missed Tuesday’s win but is fit to face Fylde.
Like their neighbours Curzon, ASHTON UNITED have lost a loan defender. Max Cartwright has been recalled by Stockport County.
Co-boss Jody Banim said: “A week after Scunthorpe called back Jack Dyche, Max is leaving us too. It’s a pity because he’s been great for us. Will (Haining) and I wish him all the best.
“Stockport have got some injuries and need Max for the bench as they go into the run-in because they’ve got a chance of making the play-offs. They’re bolstering their squad until the end of the season. It’s a shame ours is further depleted.”
The Robins aware away to third-placed Nantwich in the Evo-stik NPL premier division tomorrow and Banim accepts it will be a very tough game.
“Nantwich are flying at the minute and they’re one of the best teams we’ve come up against this season. But knowing us, we might just rise to the occasion,” commented Banim.
In the first division north, HYDE UNITED are home to Clitheroe and will be looking to make it four wins from their last five league games. Manager Darren Kelly has a full squad at his disposal for his quest to take maximum points from the Tigers’ final six matches, two of which have already been won.
James Burke comes back into the reckoning after being ill last week. Striker Ayrton Bevins has been released and, in a move that might surprise some fans, so has Jamal Branker who had shown good scoring form when he got a run in the side in February.
Mitchell Bryant, James Blair and Caldon Henson return to MOSSLEY’s squad for the game against Colwyn Bay at Seel Park. Andy Watson and Danny Stapleton miss out.
After a 6-1 defeat of Ossett Town, and a 1-1 draw at table-topping Farsley, in-form DROYLSDEN are away to Ossett Town. Scott Metcalfe and Steve Hall are the only absentees.
GLOSSOP NORTH END will be at full strength for their visit to Prescot Cables where they hope to cement their play-off credentials.