South Shields Westoe welcome in the New Year with a tough home fixture against close rivals, Stockton. The two sides currently sit in fourth and fifth spots, Stockton recently overtaking the Shieldsmen after a series of recent losses.

Westoe need to take the victory to keep in contact with the top three, who are currently looking dominant in an extremely tough league this season. Recent matches have seen both sides capable of taking the win and it should be a close, exiting affair.

Stockton start the year following a recent run of victories and are looking strong, so Westoe will need to bring their ‘A’ game to Wood Terrace to ensure they can rectify the defeat earlier in the season.

Team news is not available at present, but hopefully the squad will bounce back and start the New Year with a win.

Kick-off is 2.15pm