Macclesfield Express

Smooth first victory leaves Askey pleased

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Continued from back we were a little bit too deep on the kick but the game was over by then anyway.

“It is disappoint­ing that we conceded a goal and I know the defenders are disappoint­ed in the manner they conceded because we limited them to probably just one chance prior to that.

“We needed a win and we needed goals, so hopefully this gives the players a confidence boost.”

Askey has made no secret about the fact Macclesfie­ld have a limited squad this season, with only a small group of players at his disposal.

It means any injuries to the squad could be detrimenta­l, but the Silkmen manager was glad to have everybody come through against Welling unscathed.

“That was really pleasing because not only was the performanc­e against Welling good but we look like we have survived the game without picking up any injuries,” he said.

“It is early days in the season. It was a big bonus to have Jack and Paul coming back to fitness. We need it because everybody will play a part this season.”

As the Express went to print, Macclesfie­ld were set to take on Lincoln City at Sincil Bank in their latest National League match.

Next up for the Silkmen this weekend is a trip to Ten Acres to face Eastleigh. Askey’s side suffered a humiliatin­g 4-0 defeat in this fixture when the two teams met last season.

 ?? Matt Ratcliffe ?? ●● Macc boss John Askey
Matt Ratcliffe ●● Macc boss John Askey

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