Wealdstone decided time was up for David Noble on Sunday, less than three months after his arrival. Now, with coach Sam Cox given the task of keeping the club up, they face their biggest few days in recent years.
First this evening they welcome Southend United before a quick turn around, with Dorking Wanderers due at Grosvenor Vale on Thursday.
They could find themselves in the bottom four if Boreham Wood - buoyed by that thumping 4-0 win over the Stones - go to Rochdale and get something.
It’s a big night in the play-off chase too and we’re about to find out if Aldershot Town have the stomach for the fight. They go to in-form Gateshead, who will put one hand on Eliminator advantage if they win again in the North East.
Having been in the top five for most of 2024, Solihull Moors won’t want to let a home play-off game go. They’re at home to Ebbsfleet United, who could be safe by 10pm.
Maidenhead United could also be about to celebrate survival. A win at home to Hartlepool United takes Alan Devonshire’s side to 55 points, surely enough for the Magpies to declare job done.
Dean Brennan says Barnet have a determination to take second spot and their mission will be complete in they defeat third place Bromley at the Hive.
In the National League South, a number sides looking to confirm a play-off place go into battle. Hampton & RB really need to end their five game winless streak but Bath City are also fighting for a promotion spot. Both sit just inside the dotted line.
Worthing will be there if they avoid defeat at Dartford, who need points for their relegation battle. Braintree and Maidstone United are already in - the Iron take on troubled Taunton Town while George Elokobi’s team have a home match with Weymouth.
On Thursday night, Banbury United will be relegated from the National League North if they lose at Spennymoor Town, who know a solid win takes them into the top seven. The game has been re-arranged after a failed pitch inspection.
Alfreton are already in there and will give themselves breathing room with victory over already-down Gloucester City.
Chorley need points in their battle for a top three place and they will overtake Brackley Town in they leave King’s Lynn Town victorious.
It’s a big night down the bottom too and Rushall Olympic will keep their heads above water if they see off long since gone Bishop’s Stortford. Farsley Celtic must be ready to pounce on any mistake by beating Peterborough Sports.
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