Whickham FC vs West Auckland Town – Match Preview

Attention turns back to the EBAC Northern League on Tuesday evening as West Auckland Town make the journey to the banks of the River Tyne. WRITES CHRIS MILLS.

The Lang Jacks go into the tie after beating Sunderland RCA 4-0 in the FA Cup preliminary round on Sunday. 

The visitors sit eight in the table two places behind Whcikham, although they have played one game more.

West Auckland played 45 minutes with 10 men against Northallerton after Leon Scott was sent off on Saturday, however came out 1-0 winners. 

Manager Lewis Dodds has expressed concern about his players’ availability due to injuries for his sides trip to The Glebe.

Make sure you’re at The Glebe to cheer on the Lads – kick off 19:30.