Nuneaton go into Saturday’s game knowing that although league position indicates otherwise, Blyth Spartans are likely to provide them a stern test.

Boro haven’t lost at home for fifteen league games, and will hope to continue that run tomorrow in a game that needs to be won to keep alive any realistic play-off hopes. With Southport just a point behind with two games in hand, and Barrow lurking too, wins are the only currency Kevin Wilkin’s side can afford to deal in.

Spartans, despite being in seventeenth position, secured a massive upset last weekend as they beat champions-elect Kettering 2-0. They were also victorious in the home fixture against Nuneaton too, chalking up a 1-0 win just before Christmas. Their away form has been a little more inconsistent however, but may be encouraged by the list of Boro absentees.

Striking duo Jordan Stepien and Andy Brown are both out due to a hamstring injury and suspension respectively, leaving attacking options very thin on the ground. Alex Rodman will almost certainly start again, and will probably be joined by Matty Collins. Simon Travis may also miss out after coming off injured at the weekend, and Gavin Cowan will have to shake off a hamstring strain to be fit for the match.

If Travis is missing, and Rob Oddy still on loan at Rugby, Connor Franklin may be in line for a recall leading to Rob Taylor switching to right back. A move to four-four-two may also be of consideration for Wilkin, but the final decision won’t be made until before kick off.

Blyth Spartans haven’t reported any fresh injury worries for the trip, as they look to extend their points lead over the relegation zone to nine points.

Nuneaton are the favourites at 8/13, with the draw at 11/4 and a Blyth Spartans 9/2.