Town’s statistics highlight John McAtee importance after goal drought

MARINERS HAVE LOST THEIR LAST THREE MATCHES BY ONE GOAL TO NIL

especially when behind. It was less of an issue against Notts County in what was a tight but open match but the defeats against Wealdstone and Kidderminster saw a clear pattern emerge.

It only further highlights the importance of the hybrid role McAtee executes so well, not only by scoring goals but by taking on the mantle of creator-in-chief.

Whether it’s a switch in formation, players returning to form or a bit of old-fashioned luck, this is a conundrum that Hurst is striving to solve.

PICTURE: WYSCOUT Grimsby Town have struggled to create clear-cut chances against low blocks.

Grimsby Town boss Paul Hurst.

PICTURE: WYSCOUT Erico Sousa spurned one of several big chances for Grimsby Town against Notts County.

PICTURE: KARL NEWTON Lenell John-Lewis made an impact from the bench against Kidderminster Town.