Hartlepool United predicted XI gallery: Multiple injury concerns for John Askey to consider with ex-Sunderland defender set to miss out
Hartlepool were disappointing despite bringing an end to their three-game losing streak against Ebbsfleet United last weekend.
Pools twice held the lead only to be quickly pegged back as Askey and his side had to settle for a draw.
Now Pools face the first of back-to-back away games against National League strugglers York and Kidderminster as they look to close the gap back to the play-off places.
Much of the talk ahead of the game will relate to Askey’s return to York having guided the Minstermen to promotion last year.
But Askey has plenty to think about himself with regards to his team selection and set-up after his change in formation failed against Ebbsfleet.
Askey is sweating over the fitness of Joe Mattock, Luke Hendrie, Charlie Seaman and Josh Umerah while captain David Ferguson is set to miss through suspension.
1. Joel Dixon
Dixon enjoyed, arguably, his best display for Hartlepool in the 2-2 draw with Ebbsfleet. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
2. Brody Paterson
With David Ferguson missing through suspension, Paterson is likely to feature for Pools - but could we see him move over to the right where he filled in at times in pre-season? Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
3. Kieran Wallace
Wallace was back on the bench against Ebbsfleet and could return in a defensive role against his old club. Photo: FRANK REID
4. Emmanuel Onariase
Onariase returned to the starting XI against Ebbsfleet. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid