Pools welcome the National League North outfit for caretaker manager Antony Sweeney’s first match in charge at The Vic.
The United legend led the side to a 3-0 win at Aldershot Town last Saturday and will now be looking to carry on the momentum back on home turf.
Sweeney’s team selection at Aldershot proved to be inspired with the three goalscorers, Josh Hawkes, Gavan Holohan and Nicke Kabamba, all being introduced for the match. Here is our predicted line-up for today’s big cup clash...
. Josh Hawkes of Hartlepool United celebrates scoring their first goal during the Vanarama National League match between Aldershot Town and Hartlepool United at the EBB Stadium, Aldershot on Saturday 12th October 2019. (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News)
Josh Hawkes of Hartlepool United celebrates scoring their first goal during the Vanarama National League match between Aldershot Town and Hartlepool United at the EBB Stadium, Aldershot on Saturday 12th October 2019. (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News) | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford
. GK - Ben Killip
Formidable last time out at Aldershot. Still eyeing that first clean sheet at Victoria Park. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mark Fletcher
. LB - Mark Kitching
Was arguably not Pools' first choice left-back at the start of the season but has taken his opportunity well to cement his place in the side. Still, Sweeney could possibly rotate things with Romoney Crichlow-Noble itching to play. | Other 3rd Party Photo: FRANK REID
. CB - Michael Raynes
Approaching 500 career matches and his experience continues to be crucial as part of an otherwise youthful Pools back line. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford
. RB - Peter Kioso
One of Pools' most consistently solid performers so far this season despite not having too much direct competition in his position. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford
. CM - Gus Mafuta
Started every match so far, could that change on Saturday? | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mark Fletcher
. CM - Gavan Holohan
Arguably been one of Pools best players over the last five games yet has only started twice. Surely his goal and assist from the bench at Aldershot have done enough to be rewarded with a start? | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterpress
1. GK - Ben Killip
Formidable last time out at Aldershot. Still eyeing that first clean sheet at Victoria Park. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mark Fletcher
2. LB - Mark Kitching
Was arguably not Pools' first choice left-back at the start of the season but has taken his opportunity well to cement his place in the side. Still, Sweeney could possibly rotate things with Romoney Crichlow-Noble itching to play. | Other 3rd Party Photo: FRANK REID
3. CB - Michael Raynes
Approaching 500 career matches and his experience continues to be crucial as part of an otherwise youthful Pools back line. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford
4. RB - Peter Kioso
One of Pools' most consistently solid performers so far this season despite not having too much direct competition in his position. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford