Matchday preview - 2.2.13

Following FA Cup action last week, the focus returns to league/non-league action with a full Saturday fixture list. Championship struggling Ipswich host promotion chasers Middlesbrough at Portman Road with manager McCarthy expected missing due to a bug. Terry Connor should take charges today with the Blues looking for their first win of the season.
In League One, Colchester visit Portsmouth, another team also struggling. Pompey have lost their last five, conceding 14 goals in the process. Colchester will be looking for another win following their 2-0 home win over Walsall.
In League Two, Southend host Oxford, another team pushing for promotion. The Shrimpers won their last game 1-0 over Chesterfield. Sturrock may make some changes today.
In the non-league games, Braintree take on a Lincoln side who have lost their last three matches compared to the Iron's 3 wins in four games. Chelmsford host Hayes and Yeading while Sudbury take on Chatham Town at the MEL Stadium unless postponed.

Full preview and team news coming later today