Hartlepool United will hope to make the most of some vital time on the training pitch over the next week after last month’s FA Cup exit at the hands of Marine left Pete Wild’s side without a game this weekend.
The Pools boss has already expressed his determination to make the most of the time he will spend with his playing squad as they look to trigger an upturn in results that can boost them up the National League table and go some way to easing any concerns over relegation.
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All focus is now on next weekend’s home game with Wealdstone and Wild will have a number of big decisions before finalising his starting eleven for another crucial game. With a week to go, we take a look at how the Pools boss could set up his side as they make their return to National League action after a two-week break.
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1. Max Merrick
The on-loan Chelsea youngster is back from injury (photo Chris Fryatt) | Chris Fryatt
2. Max Kouogun
Kouogun's return from injury has been a welcome one (photo Chris Fryatt) | Chris Fryatt
3. Reiss McNally
A solid and consistent presence at the heart of the defence (photo Chris Fryatt) | Hartlepool Mail, Chris Fryatt
4. Max Clark
Clark is likely to start on the left-hand side of the defence (photo Chris Fyratt) | Hartlepool Mail, Chris Fryatt