Match Preview – Newcastle Benfield vs Easington Colliery
Newcastle Benfield host Easington Colliery in league action this weekend with the hosts looking to maintain their strong run of form.
Last time out…
The Lions clashed with Penrith AFC at the MKM Stadium on Tuesday night with Benfield coming out 2-0 victors. Glen Hargrave and Andre Bennet bagged the goals. Hargrave made it four goals in two games and he will be looking to continue his fine run of form tomorrow night.
Where the sides stand…
Easington find themselves 17th in the table picking up 24 points from 24 games, The Colliery picked up an unfortunate 2-0 defeat to West Auckland Town last time out, so expect a side especially eager to right the wrongs of their last outing.
Benfield sit 11th now on 37 points in 23 games, The Lions are on red hot form having only lost once in their last eleven. This impressive run has closed the gap between The Lions and the top half of the table, a win Saturday would continue to apply pressure onto those above Benfield, who are only six points outside the play-off places.
Looking ahead…
Andrew Ferguson has had a brilliant start to life in the Benfield dugout and his side are now looking up the table instead of over their shoulder.
Benfield have recently showcased liquid football as well as some real defensive determination, this combined makes them a real threat to anyone in the league.
Match coverage…
Newcastle Benfield’s X account will be broadcasting live commentary of the game for those who can’t make it to the MKM Stadium for the 3pm kick off.
