Issue 16 of The Lions covers our clash with Ilkeston Town on Saturday, copies are on sale online now.

The 48 page full colour production is available digitally online now or you can get your paper copy from our sellers near each turnstile on Saturday.

Simon Bullock catches up with former midfielder Derek Asamoah who is still playing at the age of 43, 27 years after his career started in 1998. Asamoah talks about his time with Ghana national team and so much more: “During the time that I was playing for Ghana, from 1-11 they were all superstars playing for big clubs so it was amazing.”

Mark Bower writes from the dugout and Gary Douglas provides an update from the boardroom.

Michael Powell takes us back to Saturday 21st February 2015 and a 2-0 home win over Boston United with a detailed report for his ‘This Week in Lions History’ feature.

Sam Leasley looks at Ilkeston Town’s four previous iterations and their history and Colin Robertson reviews the trip to Prescot Cables in his Media View column.

Tom Feaheny previews the game and there’s all the latest news from the Young Lions, Supporters’ Club and Community Foundation.

Ruby from Unique Cheer and Dance picks the half-time music in this week’s Tracks of My Nethermoor Years and The Secret Junior Football Coach writes about his County Cup tie and recent action.

You can get stuck into Derrick’s Matchday Teasers Quiz at half-time and take a look at Matt Anderson – The Yorkshire Photographer’s, ‘Year Behind The Lens at GAFC’ column.

Finally in Commercial Corner we thank Blacks Solicitors for their support in sponsoring the game.

Pick up your copy for just £3 from our sellers located near to each turnstile or online now.