Match Preview

Following their disappointing exit from the Buildbase FA Challenge Trophy last weekend, Witton look to pick up league points when they travel to Stalybridge Celtic on Saturday afternoon.

The two sides sit four places and three points apart in the table going into the weekend fixture, with victory giving the opportunity for Albion to join their hosts on level points but it's another vital game for both teams.

Callum Saunders continued his recent goalscoring form in the Trophy defeat and stands one goal away from equalling a club record for league goals in successive games.

Another boost in midweek ahead of the game, has been the extension of midfielder Nathan Okome's loan spell from Chorley for a further month as he's made an impact in his time with the club.

Witton have only managed two away wins in the league this season, at Morpeth Town and Whitby Town respectively whilst Stalybridge's home form has been mixed with five wins and three defeats so far.

In fact, Celtic are one of only two sides not to have drawn a league game so far this season, leaders Matlock Town being the others although Stalybridge have lost more league games than they have won.

Striker Marcus Dackers currently on loan from League Two Salford City, is Celtic's leading scorer with seven goals and former Albion striker Scott Bakkor has netted four times although he hasn't been a regular feature in the team in recent weeks.

Witton have won on both of their previous two league visits to Bower Fold and didn't concede on either occasion, winning 5-0 and 2-0 respectively so they will be looking to continue that run this time around but another difficult game can be expected.

Kick off at Bower Fold is 3pm.

STALYBRIDGE CELTIC FC,
BOWER FOLD,
MOTTRAM ROAD,
STALYBRIDGE,
CHESHIRE,
SK15 2RT.

Directions: From M60. Leave the M60 at junction 24 (M67, Denton). At the roundabout join the M67. Stay on the M67 to the end, Junction 4. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto the A57 (Hyde Road).
After 0.5 miles you come to a set of traffic lights (signposted Stalybridge). Turn left onto B6174 (Stalybridge Road). Almost immediately, you come to a mini roundabout. Take the 1st exit onto Roe Cross Road (A6018), follow this road for 1.75 miles passing the "Roe Cross Inn" on the right and through the cutting (road now becomes Mottram Road). Continue until you pass the "Dog and Partridge" Public House on the right. Bower Fold is on the left opposite a sharp right turn next to the art gallery. (Total Distance - 33.0 miles).

Parking: The Car Park is next to the stadium.

Tickets can be purchased in advance via the club's ticket service: stalybridgecelticfc.ktckts.com

Cash payments at the turnstiles are also available on the day.

Admission Prices: Adults £10, Concessions £6, Under 17's £2.

Matchday Programme: £2.

Social Club: The Social Club is open from 12pm and is located inside the stadium behind the goal. They will be showing the Manchester Derby from 12.30pm.

Refreshments: The Tea Bar is on the left as you enter the stadium.

Face coverings are not mandatory but are recommended in enclosed spaces.

The Test & Trace system is no longer mandatory but is still available for supporters who wish to use it.

Hand Sanitizer is available for supporters to use.

Travel Information: There is a Supporters Coach going to this fixture - departing from the lay-by opposite Sainsbury's at 12.30pm. Please contact: Graham Crouch or Tracey Collins for further details.