Preview: Hyde United vs Warrington Town

Warrington Town return to action this Saturday as they begin their FA Trophy campaign with a trip to Hyde United.

The Yellows last took to the field nearly three weeks ago, with postponements and FA Cup fixture re-arrangements taking precedence.

This weekend, they will make the short journey to Tameside to take on NPL rivals Hyde United in the FA Trophy third qualifying round.

The two sides last met in April 2023, when Town rounded off the regular season with a 3-1 victory over the Tigers at the Cal.Delivery Stadium, before going on to secure promotion via the play-offs.

Below, we've compiled everything you need to know ahead of the fixture.

Team news

Jay Harris and Bohan Dixon are available for selection, having returned to training following injury.

Evan Gumbs has an outside chance of a return on the bench after stepping up his comeback from a long-term issue.

Liam Brazier has had his loan deal extended until at least November 13, though fellow loanee Dontai Gabidon is sidelined through injury.

James Melhado preview

Warrington Town right-back James Melhado insists the squad have used an early-season break in fixtures to their advantage as they prepare for a return to action this weekend.

After two-and-a-half weeks without a game, the Yellows will travel to Greater Manchester on Saturday to face Hyde United in the FA Trophy.

A difficult start to the league season has seen Paul Carden's side collect just one win from their opening eight games, and while Melhado admits a real sense of frustration following recent results, he says the group are experienced enough to turn their fortunes around.

He said: "It has been a pretty tough start, which is highly frustrating given the group that we have and the quality that’s in the changing room.

"I think it’s clear to see over the last couple of games that we’ve ironed a few bits out tactically and stripped it back slightly, mainly in terms of our approach and how we’re wanting to play.

"We’re all starting to build that understanding of each other’s game, but naturally it does take a little bit of time.

"We’ve got a good group with some really experienced lads, and everyone has been keeping in high spirits during training.

"We're looking to kick on now and put any doubts people may have about us to bed."

Match information

Saturday's FA Trophy fixture at the Project Solar UK Stadium kicks off at 3pm.

Match tickets, available at the turnstiles, are priced as follows:

• Adults: £12
• Concessions: £8
• Under 16s: £6
• Under 12s: £2

For supporters who cannot attend, live audio coverage will be available on Yellows Radio.