The Dabbers are at home for the first time in November, this Saturday against Morpeth Town at the Swansway Stadium (3pm kick-off), looking to build on last weekend’s great win over Ashton.
For a Few Dollars Morpeth
Morpeth are solidly mid-table, 12th on 24 points in the PitchingIn Northern Premier League, which is only 6 points off 2nd place. However, their form in recent weeks has taken a negative turn. They have only won 1 of their last 8 in all competitions, a 2-1 win over Stafford nearly a month ago. Since then, they have drawn with Atherton and Gainsborough and lost to Whitby and, last time out, Marine. This after winning 6 of their first 12 games in all competitions is form they’ll be looking to turn around quickly.
Morpeth’s away record this season is also worse than the Dabbers’, with just 8 points from their 8 games away from Craik Park.
Last Time Out
In the wind and pouring rain in the North East, the Dabbers secured a brilliant 2-1 win over the Highwaymen. Their formidable home record and daunting 18 game unbeaten run was broken courtesy of a Dan Cockerline brace. See his interview in the aftermath of that memorable win below.
Players to Watch
Connor Thomson is Morpeth’s top scorer on 5, signed from Blyth Spartans this year he has hit the ground running. Liam Noble’s set piece prowess is also worth remembering, he scored from a free kick, penalty and direct from a corner against the Dabbers last season.
Match Information
Tickets are available online here or can be bought on the gate. On Remembrance weekend, we would advise supporters to be in place in good time for the pre-match commemorations.