Witton kick off the new year as they did twelve months ago with a short trip to neighbours Runcorn Linnets in a Northern Premier League West Division fixture.
Ben Harrison’s team go into the game following two excellent results against Chasetown and Nantwich Town respectively, which has seen them climb to mid-table.
Linnets go into the game sitting in fifth place in the table and have only suffered one defeat in their last six league games.
Their last three games have seen them pick up seven points with two wins and a draw, they haven’t conceded a goal in those games.
Witton’s last three games have seen two wins and a defeat but, the last two have seen them find their scoring boots with eight goals.
The two league meetings between the two last season, saw Witton complete the double over their Cheshire neighbours, winning both games 4-0.
A Joe Duckworth brace helped Albion secure the points in the game at the U Lock It Stadium, whilst player manager Ben Harrison set Witton on their way with the opening goal a year ago at the APEC Taxis Stadium in the return fixture.
Runcorn have assembled a strong squad this season with a number of players who have played for both clubs notably, experienced striker Scott Bakkor who has been instrumental in Linnets progress this season.
They also have defender Joe Ferguson and midfielder Lewis Doyle who have donned the red and white stripes but although the loss of James Short due to injury has been a blow, they have filled the gaps when required and adapted accordingly.
A tough game is to be expected but Witton will be looking to continue in the same manner in which they ended the last year.
Kick off at the APEC Taxis Stadium is 3pm.
RUNCORN LINNETS FC,
THE APEC TAXIS STADIUM,
STOCKHAM LANE,
MURDISHAW,
RUNCORN,
CHESHIRE
WA7 6GJ.
Directions: Follow Runcorn Road/A533 for 6.6 miles. At Whitehouse Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Chester Road/A533 and contine to follow A533. Parts of this road maybe closed at certain times or on certain days. After 0.4 miles on approaching the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Murdishaw Avenue and continue for 0.3 miles. Turn right onto Stockham Lane - Restricted-usage road. The football stadium will be on the left after 486 ft. (Total Distance - 11.0 miles).
Parking: There is a Car Park next to the stadium.
Admission is by way of Card & cash payments at the turnstiles.
Tickets can also be purchased ahead of the game online @ https://runcornlinnetsfc.ktckts.com
Admission Prices: Adults: £11, Concessions(65 & Over): £8, 18 Years old and Under: £2.
Matchday Programme: The matchday programme is available in digital format only.
Social Club: The Clubhouse is inside the stadium. The Bar will be open from 1pm.
Alcohol is permitted inside the stadium but MUST be in a plastic beaker.
Refreshments: The Tea Bar is located inside the Clubhouse.
Toilet Facilities: There a Toilet facilities inside the clubhouse Including wheelchair accessible toilet facilities.