The Chronicle

Good news on injury front for the Town

- By MARK CARRUTHERS

NORTHERN League Division One leaders Morpeth Town were boosted by the news key midfielder Ben Sayer returned to action against Blyth AFC on Wednesday.

He could be in contention for their weekend trip to North Shields, who also received positive news on the injury front with the return of Kurtis Dodds.

Second-placed Marske United could go top of Division One if Morpeth slip up on North Tyneside.

The Seasiders face a Whitley Bay side which could contain Callum Patton after he completed a suspension.

Two of the top six meet at Belle Vue as Consett host Shildon, while fifth-placed Dunston UTS are without Dan Capewell and Dale Burrell for their home game against Penrith.

Corey Barnes and Adam Shanks have left Jarrow Roofing ahead of tomorrow’s trip to West Auckland Town.

However, Richie McLoughlin and Mark Collingwoo­d will have top-scorer Dennis Knight available after a three-match suspension.

Sunderland RCA will hope to bounce back from their FA Vase exit when they travel to Newcastle Benfieldan­d Ryhope CW will look for a first win in three league games when they host Washington.

Steve Bowey is hoping to add a new face to his Ashington squad ahead of their trip to Seaham Red Star.

Red Star could have Andy Johnston back in their starting line-up after he returned from injury after a five-week absence.

Billingham Synthonia could move off the bottom of the table with a win at Newton Aycliffe.

Guisboroug­h Town could make it five games unbeaten if they avoid defeat at home to Bishop Auckland.

Three of Division Two’s top-six are in action tonight. Esh Winning host second-placed Tow Law Town, Whickham travel to Hebburn Town.

Heaton Stanningto­n could hand league debuts to new signings Andy Robertson and Michael Hall for their game at Bedlington Terriers tomorrow.

Chris Dickinson could make a first appearance in the league for Northaller­ton Town after joining them from Billingham Town.

The Division Two leaders host Durham City.

Ryton and Crawcrook Albion will hope to make it three league victories in a row when they host Darlington RA.

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