Match Preview

This Boxing Day, Glossop North End travel to Cheadle Town for a lunchtime kick-off, and both teams are aiming to secure crucial points in their league campaign.

Glossop North End arrive following a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Charnock Richard, maintaining their 20th position in the league. However, their recent form surge, climbing from 9th to 7th in the form table, displaying their determination with 3 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 loss in their last six outings. Leading the charge for Glossop is the prolific Jacques Etia, who has found the net 14 times this season, with Harry Freedman nipping at his heels with 8. The injection of talent from new signings including Abdul Djalo and Tom Lawless, who scored his debut goal for the Hillmen against Charnock Richard, adds depth and potential firepower to the Glossop squad.

On the other side, Cheadle Town face an uphill battle, positioned 23rd in the league, albeit after a 3-point deduction, having endured a mixed run of results with 2 wins and 4 losses in their previous six matches. Their struggle to find consistency is evident, currently anchoring the bottom of the form table. Despite this, the presence of seasoned striker Jordan Lazenbury, boasting 11 goals and a wealth of experience from various North West clubs, remains a beacon of hope for Cheadle Town's offensive ambitions.

Interim manager Richard Brodie expressed confidence in his squad, stating, "After a really pleasing point on Saturday, away at Charnock, when we could have nicked it, we go into this Boxing Day clash really confident, but down to the bare bones as well. The lads have become really close recently, and it’s a top group, so we don’t feel sorry for ourselves and we get on with it. Another opportunity to pick points up, and the lads know we need some consistency moving forward. Have a great Christmas and get behind us."

With Glossop's upward momentum in form and Cheadle Town's hunger for a turnaround, the game promises an intriguing clash of strategies and determination.