FIRST TEAM UPDATE Andy Gray gives his latest thoughts ahead of today's match

ANDY GRAY FIRST TEAM UPDATE

Afternoon to you all.

It's been a while since my last notes.

Since then we have and won twice, drawn and lost.

The 8-1 victory over Khalsa was, as the scoreline suggests, a very comfortable day.

The opposition were second best from the off and never got into the game. Credit to us for overpowering them. In previous seasons the result would have been closer. Now we are more ruthless and we played at a very high level for 90 minutes.

The defeat to our local rivals Stapenhill was disappointing. It was a close game and I thought a draw would have been a fairer result. The 1-2 defeat was a result of our performance though.

We unfortunately became involved in the occasion and went away from our ethics and patterns of play. Not many teams will go to the league leaders and come away with anything so the point was pleasing.

That was the most disappointing part of the day.

We then travelled to Haughmond in the FA Vase.

The 2-3 victory was well deserved and the late concession of two goals flattered our opponents somewhat.

To progress in the Vase is always good for all at the club and to beat an opposition from a league above is always nice.

As importantly the performance was much improved and we played some flowing football which please the coaches and myself.

On Tuesday we made the short trip to Atherstone. The game was a credit to non league football.

It was a very high tempo, high quality game and overall, what we all expect game in game out as we move forward.

At this point I’d like to update you on my backroom staff as we've recently had a few additions.

Assistant manager: Pete Dunn Head Coach: Chris Wood Coach: Shaun Hession Goalkeeper Coach: Rob Lawrance Physio: Elise Watts Matchday Coordinator: Lee Barratt Matchday Assistant: Liam Rawden

There are of course many others who make things happen and I’d personally like to thank all of them for their invaluable help with all that we do.

Finally, enjoy the game and as always we'll try to entertain you all.

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