BLUES MATCH PREVIEW: CHESTER FC v SCUNTHORPE UNITED

Chester FC look to further build on their recent fantastic form, welcoming promotion favourites Scunthorpe United to the Leap76 Stadium.

Last weekend’s magnificent 2-0 away win at National League side Hartlepool United made it five wins in the last six for Calum McIntyre’s side and secured an FA Cup Round One tie with York City.

Charlie Caton was on the scoresheet for the third successive round in the cup, his sixth goal in nine games, as was midfielder Elliott Whitehouse – who is set to face his former side this Saturday.

Saturday’s game is subject to a precautionary 9am pitch inspection

THE OPPOSITION:

Scunthorpe are looking to bounce back from relegation at the first attempt and have made a strong start to life in the National League North.

Jimmy Dean’s men sit in fourth having lost just two of their opening 11 matches, and could end the weekend top of the table if results go their way.

FORM GUIDE:

Chester | W4 D2 L5 | F12 A11 | Pos: 16th

Last Three

vs Blyth Spartans (h) | W 2-1 | Scorers: Charlie Caton, Elliott Whitehouse (pen)

vs Boston United (a) | L 0-1 | Scorers: None

vs Peterborough Sports (h) | W 3-2 | Scorers: Charlie Caton, Adam Thomas, Reece Daly

Scunthorpe | W6 D3 L2 | F21 A11 | Pos: 4th

Last Three

vs Chorley (a) | D 1-1 | Scorer: Danny Elliott

vs Buxton (h) | L 0-3 | Scorers: None

vs Brackley Town (h) | W 1-0 | Scorer: Jacob Butterfield

MATCH DETAILS:

Kick off is 3pm on Saturday afternoon at the Leap76 Stadium.

TICKETS:

Supporters are advised that while the temporary capacity reduction is in place, matchday admission will not be available at turnstiles, meaning tickets will have to either be purchased online at: 

chesterfc.ktckts.com 

...or at the Ticket Office.

It is unlikely that tickets will be sold on matchday for this fixture, so supporters are advised to purchase in advance.