MATCH PREVIEW: BEDFORD TOWN (A)

Bedford Town FC - The New Eyrie - Mon 25 Aug - 3PM KO - Enterprise National League North

This bank holiday Monday, the Mariners take on Bedford Town FC at The New Eyrie immediately after a successful outing against Chester FC at the 1st Cloud Arena, where the Mariners beat the Seals 4-0 with goals coming from Dan Dodds, Paul Blackett (x2) and Cain Sykes.

Dan Dodds and Cain Sykes scored their first goals for South Shields FC whilst Paul Blackett added his fourth of the season, making it six goal contributions in 4 games.

The Mariners go into this fixture with their perfect record still intact having taken 12 out of 12 points from their opening four games of the season, as well as being the only team in the league yet to concede a goal.

You can catch all the action from Saturday's game by clicking below ⬇️

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2Qf2FHnq38

Ian Watson was delighted with his sides performance, stating that it was key that the Mariners put the performance against Marine FC right, which they certainly did.

His reaction can be viewed below ⬇️

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz6tek1AIis

The Hosts

Bedford Town FC one of the newest teams joining us in the Enterprise National League North having been promoted from the Southern League Premier Central.

Managed by Lee Bircham, Bedford Town FC secured promotion to the National League North, finishing 1st in the Southern League Premier Central, finishing the season on 82 points.

The Eagles won 25 (highest in the league), drew 7, lost 10 and were crowned champions.

Bedford have taken 4 points from their opening four games of the season, with their record being:

• Bedford Town 2-2 Alfreton Town

• Southport 3-0 Bedford Town

• Bedford Town 3-1 AFC Telford United

• Marine 2-1 Bedford Town

MATCH INFORMATION

Tickets are advised to buy in advance at http://bedfordtownfc.ktckts.com

Location

Tickets go off sale before the game (around 2pm) after which supporters can pay by cash or card on the turnstile

• Turnstile prices are £2 more expensive

The car park costs £1 which is cash only

Turnstiles open at 12:30pm

All food & drink takes cash and card.