Match Preview

Unfortunately, after a pitch inspection the game at Evesham Utd is OFF. We will advise of a rearranged date asap.

Preview by Jon Green

It's back to league matters on Saturday when we make the trip to Evesham Utd.

The hosts have been in good form in the previous five league matches with three wins and two draws in that time. The most recent of those results was a 1-1 draw away to Melksham Town. After a surprisingly indifferent start to the season, the recent form has propelled them into 7th spot in the league and in a good position to challenge for the top spots.

Our own form in the past few weeks has been somewhat poor, culminating in the 3-0 defeat at home to Bridgwater Town in the Somerset Premier Cup on Tuesday evening. Some mitigating circumstances do apply for that game in particular though as there are a number of squad injuries and several recent signings were unable to play as they signed after the original fixture date and were ineligible to play.

The inconsistent line-up has certainly hampered player-manager Kyle Tooze's preparations in the last few weeks and it remains to be seen who may be able to return from injury this week.

We can confirm that new signing, Sam Pashen, will be in contention to make his debut and with keeper, Sam Jepson, currently unavailable we are pleased to announce the signing of Frankie Phillips to the squad. Frankie (son of former Bristol City & Bristol Rovers keeper Steve) has come through the Southampton Academy and most recently was on the books at Bristol Manor Farm. Welcome to Rovers, Frankie!

There will be a coach leaving the club at 10.45am on Saturday morning. If you would like to travel, please add your name to the list in the club foyer.

Fare:
Adult £12
U18’s £6

Admission Prices at Evesham:
Adults £10
Concessions (60 and over) £7
Under 16s £3 unless accompanied by an adult then free

The Spiers & Hartwell Stadium
Cheltenham Road
Evesham
Worcs
WR11 2LZ