Garforth Town travel to Lincoln on Saturday aiming to secure a vital three points as they face Lincoln United in what promises to be a competitive encounter.
Town head into the fixture on the back of a dramatic FA Trophy exit, drawing 1-1 with Runcorn Linnets before bowing out 4-1 on penalties in the First Qualifying Round. Rinor Ejupi, who scored Town’s equaliser, was deservedly named Man of the Match, continuing his fine scoring form this season.
In league action, Garforth have been solid, currently sitting 10th with a record of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Goal scoring has been shared across the squad, with Rinor Ejupi leading the charge with three league goals, while Dan Coupland, Nash Connolly, Max Tweddle, George Harrison, Jordan Emery, and Harry Colville have all chipped in.
Lincoln United arrive in 15th place and will be buoyed by their 2-0 victory away at Coventry Sphinx last time out, courtesy of goals from Tris Dummond and Elliot Dye. Their league record reads 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Off the field, the club has confirmed that First Team Coach Jon Taylor has left, meaning they could be adjusting to a new dynamic ahead of the match.
Garforth will also be looking to rewrite history. The last visit to Lincoln United came on 2nd January 1993 and ended in a heavy 7-1 defeat, with Martin Regan scoring Town’s lone goal. Garforth have yet to win at Lincoln, and fans will be hoping history finally favours them.
It promises to be an intriguing contest, with Garforth aiming to build momentum after recent cup disappointment and Lincoln seeking to steady the ship following the departure of their coach.