PREVIEW: AFC Sudbury vs Needham Market (Ryman Premier Suffolk derby)


AFC Sudbury's final home match of the season sees them welcome Suffolk rivals Needham Market, in a crucial match for both sides.


Date: Easter Monday, 17th April 2016
Competition: Ryman League Premier Division
Kick-Off: 3pm
Location: Wardale Williams Stadium, Sudbury
Sponsor: Great Waldingfield Garages


The Yellows will look to avoid relegation with a win over their Suffolk rivals, while the Reds will be pushing for a play-off spot.

Sudbury, in 23rd place, were defeated narrowly 1-0 away at Tonbridge on Saturday.

8th placed Needham are a point off the play-off, and defeat Harrow Borough 2-1 on Saturday thanks to Darryl Coakley's second-half finish.

Needham, managed by former Sudbury boss Mark Morsley, will include goalkeeper Danny Gay and Luke Ingram in their squad.

The reverse fixture back on Boxing Day saw the Bloomfields club take the spoils thank to Holland's second-half header.

Tyler French (unwell) and James Baker (suspension) both return to Jamie Godbold's squad, while Danny Crow is out injured. Youngster Ollie Dunlop, Mehki McKenzie and Joe Wright also are available for Sudbury.

Fans have until 2.30pm to vote for their player of the year, which was won by goalkeeper Marcus Garnham, last year.