The visitors have put together an excellent run in the League since beating the Mariners in early September, collecting 22 from 27 points including the 3-2 win in Lancashire.

Their most recent outing saw them hammer Whitby Town 4-0, with marksman Jon Robinson notching his 100th goal for the club.

Marine's last game ended in a 3-1 reverse in Norfolk at the hands of King's Lynn, Andy Fowler getting on the scoresheet with a penalty.

The Crosby club's home record is good, with only Buxton having left the Arriva Stadium with maximum points so far this season.

The Rams will be without midfielder Scott Burton and utility man Cedric Krou, who both serve one match suspensions.

Marine have injury doubts around midfielder James Foley and striker Lewis Codling, but are hoping of adding defensive reinforcements in time for the game.

Meanwhile manager Carl Macauley has confirmed that defensive midfielder Inderjeet Aujla has left the club, due to the prolonged travelling from his Bradford base.

The game kicks off at 3pm with admission £10 adults, £5 concessions and accompanied under 11's admitted free. Liverpool, Everton and AFC Liverpool season ticket holders are admitted for £5 on production of their ticket.

The Graham Lounge will be open from 12 noon selling the usual wide range of draught beers, including a guest cask ale and of course crisps and nuts.