Here's how our Hartlepool United writer expects Pools to line up at Roots Hall. Do you agree?
5. Left-back: David Ferguson
Enjoyed a well-earned rest in midweek but has started all eight league games under Lawrence and should continue that run at Roots Hall. Endured a tough start to the campaign but has been one of the better performers since the change in management. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Central-midfield: Nicky Featherstone
Will make his 600th career appearance. A monumental milestone for the metronomic midfielder, who has played well over 400 times for Pools and was an integral part of the side that won promotion in 2021. Having turned 36 in September, he admitted he'd consider his future towards the end of the campaign and would love to help Pools return to the Football League if this is to be his last season as a player. Some supporters wrote him off over the summer but he has been ever-present under Lawrence and has once again proved to be one of his side's most consistent and reliable performers. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Central-midfield: Jack Hunter
Has started the last three league games and while he has done well enough it feels as though he's yet to rediscover his best form since returning from injury. Was superb in the reverse fixture back in August, his best performance in a Pools shirt. Should continue in midfield providing Lawrence prefers Sheron to Dodds at right-back. Photo: Frank Reid
8. Right-wing: Luke Charman
Was forced off late on during Tuesday night's defeat to Tamworth following a blow to his neck. However, Lawrence confirmed he was not concussed and was set to train towards the end of the week. Has been his side's best player over the last few weeks and is a particularly useful outlet away from home thanks to his pace and relentless pressing. Pools do have other options in wide areas but Charman will start if he's fit. Photo: Frank Reid