Guiseley Prepare to Host Workington in Northern Premier League Clash

Local side aim to build on recent victory as basement club visits Nethermoor

Guiseley AFC will return to action this Saturday at Nethermoor as they face Workington in a Northern Premier League Premier Division fixture. The Lions are looking to maintain momentum following a comprehensive 4-0 win over Warrington Town, while Workington arrive on the back of a positive run despite sitting at the bottom of the league table.

Guiseley’s Recent Form and Team News

Guiseley’s last scheduled match against Cleethorpes was postponed, but the team bounced back strongly in their most recent outing. Manager Ian Richards acknowledged that the previous defeat to Ilkeston Town was disappointing and emphasised the need for greater attacking intent. The 4-0 victory over Warrington Town saw improved team cohesion and contributions from substitutes, with both Amir Berchil and Jordan Thewlis returning to strengthen the squad.

Kyle White and Elliot Owen completed the full 90 minutes against Warrington, with Owen also scoring. However, Will Longbottom is expected to miss this weekend’s game as he recovers from a recent operation. George Goodman, who joined on loan from Bradford City, could feature after missing previous matches due to injury.

Workington’s Current Situation

Workington have improved their survival prospects with recent positive results, including consecutive home wins against fellow strugglers Rushall and Morpeth. They remain unbeaten in their last five league games, with only Hebburn Town managing to defeat them in their last nine matches. This resurgence has earned manager Billy Barr a nomination for the league’s Manager of the Month award for February.

Despite improved form, Workington’s away record remains a concern, having won just twice on the road all season. They come into the match having drawn their last four away fixtures. The Reds have accumulated 12 points away from Borough Park, a tally only surpassed by Prescot Cables and Morpeth Town among league teams.

Key Players and Squad Details

• Goalkeeper: Alex Mitchell
• Defenders: Steve Swinglehurst, Jack Dickinson
• Loan players: Dan Hooper (from Carlisle United), who scored the winner against Rushall; Luke Hunter (from AFC Fylde), scorer against Morpeth
• Top scorer: Steven Rigg, with six goals this season, though absent in the recent win over Rushall
• Other absences: Dave Symington, status unknown

Previous Meetings Between the Clubs

Guiseley have dominated recent encounters, winning four of the last five meetings. This includes a 1-0 victory at Workington’s Borough Park in November and a perfect record at Nethermoor with five consecutive wins. Workington’s only recent win against Guiseley came in 2004.

Matchday Information

• Date and Time: Saturday, 7 March 2026, 3:00 pm
• Venue: Nethermoor
• Ticket Prices:
  • Adults: £13
  • Concessions (Over 66s, Students, Registered Disabled): £9
  • 11-18 Year-Olds: £5
  • Accompanied Under-11s: £1
• Tickets will be available at the turnstiles, with cash and card payment options depending on the entrance.
• Matchday programmes and 50/50 draw tickets will be available for cash only inside the ground.
• Food and drink can be purchased by cash or card at The Lions’ Diner, with the clubhouse preferring card payments.

Listen Live

Supporters unable to attend can listen to live audio commentary via the Mixlr app or online at guiseleyradio.mixlr.com from 2:50 pm on matchday.