BLUES MATCH PREVIEW - BLYTH SPARTANS v CHESTER FC

Chester FC's final game before Christmas sees the Blues head to the North East again to take on Blyth Spartans.

Back at the Leap76 Stadium this month after a long stretch on the road, Calum McIntyre’s side picked up seven points from nine games to assert themselves in the play-off positions.

One big injury boost last weekend was the return of Kole Hall, who made his first appearance for the club after his meniscus injury which had kept him out since the start of September.

The Blues could be as high as third on Christmas Day with a victory at Croft Park and if other results go their way.

THE OPPOSITION:

Blyth made a strong start to the season, winning six of their opening twelve league games.

However, Graham Fenton’s side have won one of their last ten in the National League North and sit in 19th place, four points clear of the drop zone.

Chester won the reverse fixture back at the start of September, as an Elliott Whitehouse penalty in the final minute of the 90 secured a 2-1 victory.

LEAGUE FORM GUIDE:

Blyth Spartans | W7 D6 L9 | F32 A32 | Pos: 19th

Last Three

vs Peterborough Sports (h) | L 2-3 | Scorers: JJ O’Donnell, Cedric Main

vs Rushall Olympic (a) | W 3-1 | Scorers: Mikael Ndjoli, Will McGowan, Cedric Main

vs Alfreton Town (a) | L 0-3 | Scorers: None

Chester | W10 D5 L6 | F25 A16 | Pos: 6th

Last Three

vs Brackley Town (h) | W 1-0 | Scorer: George Glendon (pen)

vs Tamworth (h) | W 2-0 | Scorers: Elliott Whitehouse, Owen Windsor

vs Boston United (h) | D 0-0 | Scorers: None

MATCH DETAILS

Kick off is 3pm at Croft Park on Saturday afternoon.

The address for the stadium is Plessey Road, Blyth, NE24 3JE.

TICKETS

Tickets are available to purchase online. You can pay cash at the turnstiles, but Blyth recommend purchasing online for speedy entry.