Premier Division Preview: South Shields look to continue unbeaten run

By James Gordon

South Shields will look to continue their impressive unbeaten start to the Pitching In Northern Premier League 2021/22 season as they host Warrington Town at the 1st Cloud Arena.

Graham Fenton’s side sit at the top of the Premier Division table with a record of seven wins and two draws, while Paul Carden’s Warrington sit sixth with five wins, two draws and two losses.

Both sides were knocked out of the Emirates FA Cup over the weekend and will be looking to bounce back in the league.

Elsewhere in the Premier Division, second placed Matlock Town recently added club legend Adam Yates back to the squad to help cover injuries, and he could return to action against Bamber Bridge.

Nantwich Town recently strengthened their squad with the signing of former Wales international and experienced midfielder David Vaughan, and the Dabbers host Basford United.

Scarborough Athletic this week announced the departure of Lewis Turner, and the Seadogs travel to Grantham Town.

Whitby Town sit in third spot with six wins, one draw and one loss and they host Hyde United, who sit 10th.

Buxton, who sit just below Whitby in fourth spot, host Morpeth Town, while Radcliffe travel to Gainsborough.

FC United of Manchester will look to bounce back from their FA Cup exit as they travel to Stalybridge Celtic.

Witton Albion will be searching for their second win of the season as they host Mickleover at home, while Ashton United travel to the Giant Axe to face Lancaster City.

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