West Hartlepool enter the game as strong favourites, sitting two leagues above Rovers. However, with home advantage and the unpredictability of a derby, anything can happen.

Rovers welcome back several players who have been unavailable recently. The match will also see first-team debuts for Adam Strong and Ollie Dunn, both of whom have impressed for the Heughers this season. In addition, the evergreen Tony Cooper makes his Boxing Day debut, bringing valuable experience to guide the five Colts included in the squad.

During the game a can bar will be open on the Oakes side.

Post-Match Plans
Don’t rush off after the final whistle! The Bill Bowden Cup will be presented to the winning team. Later in the evening we have Finbar’s Boxing Day Quiz. Families are welcome, and cold cuts are encouraged. The Boxing Day Cash Bonanza will also be drawn with a massive £4000 worth of prizes.

Merry Christmas from Hartlepool Rovers!