Premier Division preview: Warrington rivals to lock horns, top five on the road

By James Gordon

There is virtually a full fixture list this Saturday in the Northern Premier League.

The standout fixture sees Warrington Rylands and Warrington Town lock horns for the second and final time this season.

The reverse fixture was an entertaining affair, with the Yellows rescuing a late 3-3 draw at Cantilever Park, against a Rylands side that were forced to field outfield player Stephen Irwin in goal.

There are also difficult away trips for top two South Shields and Hyde United, who visit Guiseley and FC United of Manchester respectively.

Kevin Phillips’ Shields could end the day seven points clear at the top of the division, depending on the outcome of the day’s other matches.

Only two teams, Marske United and Lancaster City, are not in action due to the former’s involvement in the latest round of the FA Trophy.

The last remaining Northern Premier League representatives in the competition, the Seasiders will visit National League North side Farsley Celtic.

All fixtures will take place on Saturday 14 January at 3pm, unless stated otherwise.

Fixtures - Saturday 14 January

Atherton Collieries v Liversedge
Belper Town v Nantwich Town
FC United of Manchester v Hyde United
Guiseley v South Shields
Marine v Bamber Bridge
Morpeth Town v Gainsborough Trinity
Stafford Rangers v Matlock Town
Stalybridge Celtic v Radcliffe
Warrington Rylands v Warrington Town
Whitby Town v Ashton United

Where next?

Rylands bring in new goalkeeper Warrington Rylands have announced the signing of former Wales U21s goalkeeper Luke Pilling.
Hayden Campbell to leave Marine Marine have announced that midfielder Hayden Campbell will leave the club to join National League North side Curzon Ashton.

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