The Quakers

Darlington manager Dave Hodgson was proud of his players after they overturned a 1-0 half time deficit to run out 3-1 winners against Cheltenham last weekend.

"I was really proud of them in the second half, the Quakers boss told BBC Sport. "I told them to pull together, lift the tempo, play with some pride and win the game, because I knew they could do it. The only concern was when we went 2-1 up and we were starting to go a bit flat again, but we deserved our victory in the second half."

This victory came on the back of two away defeats at Bury in the league and Conference side Kidderminster in the LDV Vans Trophy, where Hodgson was less than complimentary about his side's display.

The Quakers are on a look out for a loan striker after the club terminated the contract of ex-Leeds player Clive Wijhard this month and the striker has subsequently joined fellow League 2 side Macclesfield. The contract was terminated after a number of breaches of the club's rules but Hodgson is yet to have signed a replacement.

Hodgson has strengthened his midfield since the season started with the signing of former Middlesbrough player Phil Stamp after the player was out-of-contract having been released by Hearts in the summer. Speaking of his new signing, the Quakers boss said: "He'll bring some added experience to our side. He has played at the highest level and did have offers to remain at that level, but was committed to returning to the North-East."

Darlington's top scorer is Guylain Ndumbu-Nsungu with five goals and he is closely followed by Akpo Sodje on four. Ndumbu-Nsungu joined in a free transfer move from Sheffield Wednesday just before the season started and after scoring three early goals he went six games without scoring although he has scored twice in as many games.

Two ex Wrexham players are in the Darlington squad with Neil Wainwright and Steve Thomas returning to the Racecourse. Thomas is struggling to win a starting place and has been a substitute in recent games but Wainwright has been a regular starter on the wing.

Past Encounters

The two teams last met when Wrexham were in the basement league three seasons ago along with a match in the FA Cup. Honours were shared with each team winning once and there was a goalless draw at the Racecourse in the league. Wrexham won the first encounter courtesy of an first half goal from Andy Morrell but Darlington got their revenge winning 2-0 at the Racecourse in the FA Cup courtesy of two second half goals. Prior to this the last time the teams met was in the 1992/93 season.

You cannot split the head-to-head either as in the 88 games played both teams have won 32 with the other 24 games ending in draws.

Form Guide

Wrexham: DDLWWLLD

Wrexham have only recorded two victories in their last eight games although they should be going into this game with four wins in five games but poor defending at Blackpool and Bristol Rovers resulted in Wrexham throwing away leading positions by conceding late goals in both games. To prove football is a funny old game Wrexham then scored a late equaliser to snatch a point and Peterborough in midweek. The two wins have both come at home with Stockport and Torquay despatched with ease at the Racecourse.

Bookies View

Wrexham's home form sees them favourites with the Bookies and the best price is 6/5 with Stan James. The away win is at 11/4 with Ladbrokes and Sky bet with VC Bet, UK Betting, Paddy Power, Bet 365, Total Bet, The Gaming Club, Sky Bet, Tote Sport and Centrebet all offering the draw at 9/4.

Team News

Wrexham Team News: Wrexham will be without top scorer Mark Jones for the game as the midfielder sits out due to a one game ban for collecting five bookings this season. He will join the injured Juan Ugarte, Dean Bennett, Shaun Pejic, Jim Whitley and Paul Wahurst, who has picked up a groin strain, on the sidelines and there are doubts over Robbie Foy who has a dead leg. Foy will have a fitness test on Saturday morning but on the plus side Lee Roche and Matt Crowell came through a midweek reserve  game without any problems.

Michael Ingham starts in goal and they only options at the back are Dennis Lawrence, Dave Bayliss and Andy Holt. It may be too early for Lee Roche to start from the off with Simon Spender or possibly Robbie Foy taking the right wing back position although Matt Crowell may make his first start of the season in midfield due to Mark Jones' suspension. Levi Mackin is the other option in the squad to team up with Danny Williams and Darren Ferguson in midfield as Alex Smith will be at left wing back as Andy Holt is required in defence. Up front Lee McEvilly is set to continue his partnership with Jon Walters.

Wrexham Squad (18): Ingham, Michael Jones, Roche, Lawrence, Bayliss, Holt, Smith, Williams, Done, Ferguson, Walters, Foy, Mackin, Reed, Spender, McEvilly, Crowell, Warhurst.

Darlington Team News: Darlington welcome David Duke back into contention after the midfielder's recovery from an ankle injury. Carlos Logan (ankle) is doubtful while Phil Stamp is pushing for a place.

Officials: The match referee is Garry Sutton from Lincolnshire and he is assisted by Russell Green and Tony Horton with Eddie Tarry as fourth official. Garry Sutton has refereed 12 games this season sending off 3 players but only booking 18 at an average of 1.5 per game.

Venue Guide

Address: Racecourse Ground, Mold Road, Wrexham, LL11 1AH

Telephone Number: 01978 262129

Fax Number: 01978 357821

Web Site: www.wrexhamafc.co.uk

Doncaster Websites

• Official Web Site
• Darlo Uncovered
• DAFTS
• Darlo Trust
• The Tin Shed (message board)

How to get there?

By Train: Wrexham General is next to the ground and there is a service every two hours between Chester and Shrewsbury. There is also an hourly service between Wrexham and Liverpool. Click here for the Network Rail Online Timetable or call national enquiries on 08457 484950. Click here for the Rail Track Online Timetable or call national enquiries on 08457 484950.

Beer and Grub: The Turf is right next to the Kop but it gets very busy in the hour leading up to kick off, so arrive early. The Official Supporters Club has use of the Centenary Club on matchdays and this is located behind the Sainsburys Stand with the entrance off the club car park. The Plas Coch Retail Park has a pub and is normally a favourite for away supporters. The Railway is located down the side road along the Remploy factory at the other end of Crispin Lane to the ground. There are plenty of pubs in the town centre and the closet to the ground is a Wetherspoons Pub by following Mold Road through to sets of lights and is on your left after the next junction. If you continue into the town centre McDonalds will be on your left and the next pub you reach is The Horse and Jockey and opposite that under the archway is a good chip shop. There are a more pubs on High Street and to find them continue pass the Horse and Jockey, passing Burger King on your left, and High Street is the junction with Burtons. On there you will find another Weatherspoons, Yates plus other pubs and bars.

Cash Machines: The Shell Garage on Mold Road with further machines at Sainsburys and Boots on the Plas Coch Retail Park. If you are heading into the town centre you will pass a number of banks on your way to the pubs.

How much to get in?

Kop: £14; Sainsburys: £16 PG Stand: £17

Eric Roberts Away Stand: £16

Adult & up to 2 Children: £20 all areas

Two adults & 2 Children: £30 all areas

Seniors/Students: £10 all areas

Juniors: £5 all areas

Disabled Facilities

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