The games come thick and fast for Mark Bower’s side as they travel North to face Northern Premier League newcomers Stockton Town on Wednesday evening, writes Scott Kelly.

Past Meetings

The sides have only met once previously, in an FA Cup Qualifier in 2019. The Lions won that one 1-0.

The Lions’ Team News

There were 12 debutants during the victory over Workington, with many of those making their second debut for the club. Boss Mark Bower has no fresh injury worries following the game, with Jake Wright and Lewis Whitham the only players definitely missing.

Academy product Sam Walters was introduced in injury time on Saturday and will be hoping to feature again this Wednesday. Jack Emmett also joined the club after a successful trial and the former Harrogate player will be hoping for more than just a cameo role when the Lions visit the Northeast.

Post Match Reaction From The Gaffer

Mark Bower spoke after the Workington victory and here is what was said:

“First half we struggled with to move the ball like I like us to. Having said that we hit the cross bar and had a goal disallowed. We obviously got the goal and felt we could’ve had a couple more come half time”

On Will Longbottom’s stunning free kick to put Guiseley in front:

“He’s finished it brilliantly. He has a few strings to his bow. He got the goal his performance probably deserved”

On Wednesday’s visit to Stockton:

“We’ve had them watched today so will get a report on them. We will put a plan together and try to get a good result. Always wary of playing teams that are newly promoted. Bit of an unknown but we will do as best as we can to prepare as best as we can”

Stockton Town

Manager: Michael Dunwell
Stadium: MAP Group UK Stadium
Nickname: The Reds
23/24 League Position: 2nd (NPL East Play-off winners)

The Anchors had an excellent start to life in the NPL with a 2-0 away victory over fellow newcomers Leek Town.

Owen Gallacher and Lewis Leech were given debuts for the club on Saturday and could feature again here. Former Lion Michael Fowler came off the bench and grabbed Stockton’s 2nd goal and could feature from the start.

Arjun Purewal and Shane Henry are nursing injuries, and it remains unclear whether they will be fit for Wednesday’s clash.

Tickets For Stockton Town

Tickets can be purchased on the night at the turnstiles or online now.

Tickets are priced at:

• £11 Adults
• £9 Concessions
• £5 U18s
• £3 U11s

You can pick up ‘The Anchor’ matchday programme priced at £2.50 each.

The Lions will wear their home shirts and away shorts and socks for this fixture.

Travel

Coach travel is available with Guiseley AFC Supporters’ Club, just call Paul on 07518 445861 to secure a seat.

The coach leaves Nethermoor at 4:30pm priced at £25 for members and £30 for non-members.