Match 25 Preview: Leek Town (A)

The Holy Blues make the trip to Staffordshire on Saturday afternoon to face Leek Town at Harrison Park, in good spirits, following their dominant 3-0 victory over Ashton United earlier this week. Currently sitting seventh in the Northern Premier League Premier Division and unbeaten in four matches (with three wins and a draw in 2026), Trinity will be looking to secure another vital three points on the road as they continue to push up the table.

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As we prepare to embark on the second of three successive away games, boss Russ Wilcox hinted at possible changes: "Again, we will look at maybe shuffling the pack, as we take on this difficult challenge. Hopefully we can pick up three points as we did last season, with a last gasp winner."

"Every game in this league is challenging. This one certainly will be, as we go back to their 3G surface. Please come and get behind the lads. Your support is invaluable."

Leek have played 27 times this season. Recording nine wins to date, drawing five and losing thirteen, on their way to 32 to points. Picking up 17 points at home. Two poimts fewer have been recorded on their travels, from a game more. Ahead of the game, Leek sit eight points and eight places below the Holy Blues In thr last six games, Town have won two, lost two and drawn two. A real mixed bag for Josh Brehaut's side.

Trinity's Jonny Margetts hit double figures in the league, with his two goal salvo against Ashton on Tuesday - and he will be determined to go on a bit of a run - as the Holy Blues look to smash into the play-off spots in the next couple of games.

Last Season

The Holy Blues that are Gainsborough Trinity, recorded a pair of victories over Leek. Both by the 2-1 scoreline. The same fixture, played in August last year - was won by Will Lancaster in stoppage time. The other goal comimg from curremt Vice Captain, Lewis Butroid. The game at the.Kal Group Stadium (April 2025) saw a Dec Howe double, land all three points. Howe's goals coming either side of Alex Hurst's leveller, midqay through the first half.

Match Information

F.ball Community Stadium at Harrison Park, ST13 8LD is the location for Saturday's game, with a 3pm kick off. Tickets for this one are available in advance on Leek's FANBASE app. Adults are priced at £13, Concession tickets (including 18-21) are £9. U18s cost £5, while Under 8s go free.

Away Travel - Darren Gray still has places available in the Gainsborough Trinity Travel Club. Please getting touch to secure your seat & remove the hassle from driving, or finding somewhere to park. Travelling with your fans and simply put - making a day of it

Elsewhere

Points are vital in all the fixtures, which ever end of the table you might find yourself, right now. Title charges, play-off pushes or pulling away from the relegation fight. The NPL is certainly filled with drama and excitement:

Ashton United vs Warrington Town
Bamber Bridge vs Stockton Town
Cleethorpes Town vs Morpeth Town
FC United of Manchester vs Prescot Cables
Guiseley vs Lancaster City
Hednesford Town vs Whitby Town
Stocksbridge Park Steels vs Hyde United
Warrington Rylands vs Hebburn Town
Workington vs Ilkeston Town
A free weekend for Rushall Olympic due to the resignation of Widnes, in the summer.

Preview written by Rob Hughes (@AATM_Media)
Images by Aidan Hunter