Southport FC - Eastleigh preview - Sandgrounders strong for cup clash

Posted Sunday, December 07, 2014 by PA

Southport go into Sunday's FA Cup clash with Eastleigh at the Merseyrail Community Stadium in good shape fitness-wise.

Micah Evans played his first full game since suffering a hamstring injury in early September when starting last Saturday's loss at Lincoln.

The midfielder also featured for 45 minutes in a midweek Lancashire Senior Cup tie with Bury.

On-loan goalkeeper Liam Roberts enjoyed some action in that game, along with Matt Challoner, Jonny Lynch and Paul Smith, who have been struggling for playing time.

Eastleigh will hope to have Mitch Green fully fit after he was only used as a second-half substitute for Tuesday's 2-0 win over Dartford due to an ankle problem.

Jai Reason returned from suspension for that game after missing Saturday's loss at Torquay due to picking up five bookings this term.

Paul Reid was banned in midweek for the same reason but is free to come back in here.

Ben Wright, who was a key figure in last season's promotion to the Vanarama Conference, will not be available following a loan move to Havant & Waterlooville after struggling for opportunities this term.