The defeat left Town in 17th position in the table, however they still remain seven points clear of the relegation zone and with the chance to move up the table should they win at the Dom Amott Arena this weekend.

The Gingerbreads will be buoyed by this weekend's opponents most recent result - where they suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat away to current league leaders South Shields - giving them confidence that they could end a winless run away from home which stretches back to December,2018.

John McGrath's side have had a positive season despite last weekend's hiccup and remain in the hunt for a play-off place.

The Sports are currently 10th in the table and remain six points behind the final play-off place occupants, Warrington Town.

The last meeting between the two sides took place at the Meres in September where the two sides couldn't be separated in a 1-1 draw.

One player who will be familiar to Grantham players and fans is Andrew Wright who signed for Mickleover earlier in the season after a short spell at the Meres and Grantham boss Rawden has told his players to put friendships aside and focus on getting the win.

He said: "We all know Andrew's qualities. He is a good player and a good lad as well but we need to forget that friendship when we step out on the pitch this weekend and go and get the win on Saturday.

"I have full faith in this team. It was a disappointing performance last week, but we now have a chance to rectify that and we will give it everything we have got."

Grantham have no new injury concerns and have a full strength squad to select from.

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