UP NEXT:
Buxton take on Darlington in the first Tuesday night game of the season.
The Bucks
The Bucks go into this game following a 2-1 win against Farsley Celtic as they made it back to back home wins to start the season off.
Josh Popoola scored late on to secure the 3 points after Ben Sault’s goal was cancelled out by Ben Atkinson.
Following the victory manager John McGrath said:
"We had to ride our luck a bit in the second half but our young group of players found a way. The defence was really strong, dealing with every corner kick and long throw to get us over the line.
"I was really pleased with the first 45 minutes, now we must work on matching this kind of success in second halvesas well.
"The noise from the Railway End was brilliant and the lads and staff really appreciate it. They love it. We're now six points from six and the next opportunity for progress is at home to Darlington on Tuesday."
Opposition
Founded in 1883 the home side are nicknamed The Quakers.
Their manager is Steve Watson who was appointed last season. The former Newcastle United player has previously been a manager at York,Chester and Gateshead.
The club finished 16th in the league last season.
They currently have 1 point from the first 2 games.
They play their games at Blackwell Meadows.
They drew their last game 2-2 to Oxford City with Elliot Forbes and Cedric Main getting the goals.
One to Watch
Ex Buxton player Levi Andoh has joined the club on a one month loan from York City.
The 24 year old defender is 6ft 3and made 5 appearances for The Bucks in 2022.
Last Time Out
2 late goals from Darlington meant they came away with all 3 points when the sides met in February.
Last time at the Silverlands however a Sam Osborne Hat-trick secured Buxton a 5-0 win last September.
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