Hartlepool scored a dramatic late win over Gateshead thanks to Emmanuel Dieseruvwe’s 90th minute strike, despite John Askey’s side playing most of the second half with 10 men.
Josh Umerah was sent off which means he will miss tonight’s meeting with Maidenhead United as Hartlepool go in search of back-to-back wins.
Dieseruvwe will be hoping to continue his fine form into tonight’s game but how will Umerah’s absence impact Pools?
Here we predict our starting XI which includes a slight change in formation:
5. Charlie Seaman
Seaman enjoyed a strong home debut against Gateshead including an assist. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
6. Tom Crawford
Crawford played a key role in Hartlepool's defensive performance against Gateshead and could be handed a similar role against Maidenhead. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
7. Callum Cooke
Cooke enjoyed a much-improved performance against Gateshead including an assist for the winner. The midfielder is set to continue against Maidenhead. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
8. David Ferguson
Josh Umerah's absence could lead to a slight tweak in formation which could see Ferguson and Seaman operating as wide midfielders to accommodate wingers further forward. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid