CARL Macauley has received a boost after Danny Roberts was passed fit to keep goal for Witton Albion during their return date with Rugby tomorrow.
The custodian, who returned to the starting line-up for a Northern Premier League fixture following a seven-week absence during a 2-1 win at Leek on Tuesday, had complained of discomfort in his foot while kicking.
However the 27-year-old, who made his 50th appearance in Albion’s colours in the same game, can feature against opponents that stunned his teammates last weekend by scoring a stoppage-time winner.
The visitors will again be without injured full-back Matty Devine (hamstring) and front man Rob Hopley (toe), while striker Cameron Dalton has joined Bootle – challenging on three fronts at the level below – on loan for the rest of the season.
“Matty and Rob both need a bit more time,” said Macauley.
“And we’re not prepared to risk losing them for longer. They both have a massive part to play yet, and we’ll only include either when they’re fully ready.
“Cam’s case is slightly different; it’s simple, he needs playing time, and we can’t guarantee him enough of that at the moment.
“The arrangement suits both clubs; he’s done remarkably well just to be back playing again after suffering such a serious injury, and we were all made up to see him on the field against 1874 Northwich last week.”
Kyle Rowley (leg) is a doubt for Rugby after limping off at Wincham Park last Saturday.
Anthony Charles stands by, while Charlie Faulkner has resumed training after a lay-off but is not yet ready for a recall to the squad.
Kick off on Saturday is 3pm.
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