Here's how our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling expects Pools to line up against Gainsborough Trinity as they bid to book their place in the first round proper of the FA Cup.

5. Left-back: Besart Topallaj
Looks set to continue at left-back and has featured in 14 of his side's 15 games so far this season. Photo: Adam Cook/The Corner Photography

6. Right-wing: Michael Dacosta Gonzalez
Has shown one or two flashes of promise since signing on loan from Bournemouth but still needs to do a bit more if he's to really make his mark. Photo: Adam Cook/The Corner Photography

7. Central-midfield: Nathan Sheron
Could well take the armband if Tom Parkes is ruled out through injury and is the only Pools player to have started all 15 games so far this season. Photo: Adam Cook/The Corner Photography

8. Central-midfield: Jamie Miley
Signed a contract extension that is set to keep him at Victoria Park until at least 2027 at the weekend and Pools fans will be hoping interim boss Nicky Featherstone manages to get the best out of him. Photo: Adam Cook/The Corner Photography

