Match Preview - Durham City AFC v Farringdon Detached

Published on 7 January 2023 at 00:10

The Citizens will look to build on a better display against Norton & Stockton, as they host Farringdon Detached at Leyburn Grove in a 2pm Kick-Off.

 

Entry will cost just £3 on Saturday, with Free Parking available at the ground. There will be food available as well as a raffle to take part in. The postcode is DH45EG, and with Leyburn Grove just 6.7 miles away from Durham City Centre, come along and support the Citizens on our new journey!

 

Team news:

 New boss Wayne Gredziak has brought in many new additions in order to improve the squad. Whilst a 5-0 defeat still doesn’t look great on the outside, it is a positive step forward on the pitch for the football club.

 

Several players could make their debuts for the club on Saturday, with City having not played a game since the 4th of December.

 

Craig Megson could make his first start for Durham City since joining the club.

 

Mitchell Simons could also make his debut after signing on a dual registration with Northallerton Reserves.

 

A look at our opponents – Farringdon Detached:

 Saturday’s visitors Farringdon currently sit 10th in the Wearside League, having picked up 24 points from 18 games.

 

Liam Lay’s side have struggled for consistency this season, however won their last two games in the league, with Farringdon looking to move up four places into 6th this weekend.

 

Joshua Wilde is the visitor’s top scorer this season, with 12 goals in 17 appearances, with Wilde being the one to watch for the Citizens on Saturday afternoon.

 

By Harry Ware (Twitter – @HarryWare07)

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