The Lions are back at Nethermoor on Saturday for the visit of Stockport County, our last friendly before the Vanarama National League North campaign gets underway.

It is the third season on the spin the Vanarama National League side have made the trip across the penines to Nethermoor Park and Marcus Bignot and Russ O’Neill will be looking to end a five game friendly losing streak against County in the 3pm kick-off.

Tickets will be available to purchase at the turnstiles and online in advance here. We recommend purchasing in advance to reduce queuing on the day.

Supporters are reminded that cash is accepted at the ground for programmes and catering, there is limited access to contactless payment. The Clubhouse accepts cash and contactless payments.

Match programmes are priced at £3 each and available from the sellers located near to each turnstile, packed full of exclusive features the 52-page publication includes the low down on Pete Wilde’s side and much more, full details here. You can order a posted copy here and digital copies are also available to purchase here.

Our unbeaten run against Stockport County came to an end last season in the Buildbase FA Trophy but the Edgeley Park based side have had a change in management since the fixture. Simon Rusk is the new man in charge who brings with him three former Lions in John Rooney, Ash Palmer and Ben Whitfield.

The Lions got off to a great start in pre-season with ten goals scored and none conceded in the wins over Ilkley Town and Yorkshire Amateur but a defeat to Everton U23’s followed as well as narrow losses to Bradford City, Leeds United, Gainsborough Trinity and FC Halifax Town.

The Hatters have recovered well from their play off semi final defeat to Hartlepool United in June with wins over Ashton United, Brighton & Hove Albion U23’s, Curzon Ashton and Lincoln City with nine goals scored and none conceded.

Match updates and team news will be available on Twitter.