The only way is up for lowly Philadelphia

Philadelphia, who are rooted at the bottom in Division One of the Dukes ECB North East Premier League, are desperate for a victory to kickstart their quest to pull away from the relegation zone.

- by Sport Reporter

Philadelphia will be unchanged going into their home match with Seaham Harbour and visiting skipper Ian Pattison said: “We are also unchanged for the trip to Philadelphia and going into game with confidence, after last week’s battle to gain a draw.

"With the league so tight, we know the importance of getting a positive result.”

Willington are at home to Newcastle City, with visiting skipper Sandeep Padmalaya stating: “With only 22 points separating the top seven clubs, every game is vital and we make one change, with Ehsan Mukhtar coming in for the unavailable Hassan Raza.”

League leaders Whitburn entertain Eppleton at the Village Ground and the points are vital to both teams, as the visitors are scrapping near the bottom.