Guiseley Prepare to Host Ilkeston Town in Northern Premier League Clash

Upcoming Match at Nethermoor Stadium

Guiseley AFC will face Ilkeston Town at Nethermoor Stadium this Saturday in what will be their final home game of October in the Northern Premier League Premier Division. The match is scheduled to kick off at 3pm.

Recent Form and Team News

Guiseley’s manager Mark Bower expressed disappointment following their recent 1-0 home defeat to Warrington Rylands. Despite the loss, Bower noted that his side had several opportunities during the match but ultimately fell short.

Injuries have affected the squad ahead of the Ilkeston Town fixture. Tom Senior missed the midweek game due to a hamstring injury sustained in training, while Ollie Brown was sidelined with a shoulder injury but is expected to be available for Saturday’s game. Liam Ridehalgh remains out but is gradually increasing his training after missing the start of the season. Jay Buchan returned from suspension in the last match, and Harrison Hopper made his first start following recovery from injury.

Ilkeston Town Overview

Ilkeston Town travel from Derbyshire currently sitting ninth in the league table, one point and two places above Guiseley. The visitors have recently ended a five-game losing streak with three consecutive wins in all competitions against Leek Town, Workington, and Evesham.

Manager Ian Deakin has been in charge for over two years. Last season, Ilkeston narrowly missed out on a play-off position, finishing 11th in the 2023/24 campaign.

Among Ilkeston’s squad is Robbie Fox, a forward who graduated from Guiseley’s academy. Fox joined Ilkeston in the summer after spells with Silsden and Farsley Celtic.

Head-to-Head Record

Since Ilkeston Town’s reformation in 2017, the two clubs have met four times. Last season’s encounters both ended in 1-1 draws, with goals from John Lufudu and Jordan Thewlis securing points for Guiseley.

In the 2023/24 season, Ilkeston won 2-1 at home, while Guiseley recorded a notable victory at the New Manor Ground with a 4-1 scoreline, including an own goal from Reece Kendall and goals from Aiden Walker, Liam Tongue, Tom Denton, and Tom Pratt.

Matchday Information

• Tickets: Available at the turnstiles on matchday with prices as follows:
  • Adults: £13
  • Concessions (Over 66s, Students, Registered Disabled): £9
  • 11-18 Year-Olds: £5
  • Accompanied Under-11s: £1
• Payment options include cash at all turnstiles and card payments at turnstiles 1 and 2.
• The Lions’ magazine will be on sale for £3 near the turnstiles and at the club shop (cash only inside the ground).
• Food and drink at The Lions’ Diner can be paid for by cash or card; the clubhouse prefers card payments.

Live Coverage

For supporters unable to attend, live audio commentary will be available via the Mixlr app or online at guiseleyradio.mixlr.com starting around 2:50pm on Saturday.

The Northern Premier League has partnered with Clubber TV, and this match will be the first of the season broadcast on the platform. Passes can be purchased on the Clubber TV website.