On Boxing Day, Warrington Town will clash with local rivals Rylands in a highly anticipated match in the Northern Premier League. This derby, taking place at Gorsey Lane, marks the first meeting between the two teams since January 2023, when Warrington Town secured a 2-1 victory.
Match Preview: Rylands vs. Warrington Town
The Yellows enter this fixture after a resilient 0-0 draw against league leaders Hednesford Town. Despite their position in the league standings, they have shown a slight edge in form compared to Rylands. In their last five matches, Warrington Town has earned six points, while Rylands managed only four.
Team News
- Midfielder Matthew Tweedley is back in the squad, having been an unused substitute in the last match against Hednesford.
- Manager Paul Carden reported no new injury concerns following the weekend’s draw.
Manager’s Thoughts
Paul Carden expressed optimism ahead of the derby, emphasizing the need for his team to maintain their recent momentum. He highlighted the impressive performance against Hednesford as a benchmark for what they need to replicate against Rylands.
“We must display the same mindset and determination we had on Saturday,” Carden remarked. “It doesn’t matter who we’re playing; we need that single-mindedness to secure points.”
Recent Form and Statistics
- Warrington Town’s last 10 matches: 18 points.
- Rylands’ last 10 matches: 10 points.
- Previous Encounter: Warrington Town 2 – 1 Rylands (January 2023).
Match Details
The match is set to kick off at 3 PM. Fans are advised that tickets have sold out. Unfortunately, there will be no live commentary on Yellows Radio. However, supporters can stay updated through live feeds on X (Twitter).
