Mariners bank on fan power

Source: Liverpool Echo

MARINE are expecting their biggest league attendance for 16 years when they take on FC United of Manchester in the UniBond Premier Division at the Arriva Stadium tomorrow.

The all-ticket game is set to attract a 1,000-plus gate for the visit of the club formed by disillusionedŠfans of Manchester United four years ago.

It is the perfect stage for Marine to attempt to finally get back on track after an alarming run of seven consecutive league defeats which have dropped the Crosby club into mid-table.

Prescot Cables continue their desperate battle to avoid relegation when they travel to Ilkeston Town.

Cables have slumped to the foot of the table after six consecutive defeats and are a worrying 11 points from safety.

Cammell Laird are in the bottom three after losing their last four games and will be looking to turn the corner when they entertain fellow strugglers Matlock Town.