Our Pools writer Dominic Scurr has delivered his verdict on how Craig Hignett’s side should line-up at York Road.
Scroll down and click through the pages to see the selection...
1. GK - Ben Killip
The England C international will have another chance to bounce back from a shaky start between the sticks. Photo: Frank Reid
2. RB - Peter Kioso
Played through injury on Tuesday night but should retain his place in the starting XI at York Road. Photo: FRANK REID 2019
3. CB - Fraser Kerr
A strong performance will be required from the Scottish centre-back as Pools look to pick up their first clean sheet of the new season. Photo: Mark Fletcher
4. CB - Aaron Cunningham
Unlucky not to feature so far but deserves his chance after a solid pre-season and the less than convincing opening two matches from the Pools defence. Photo: Frank Reid