With a raft of injuries and international call-ups, we look at the likely Forest Green line-up for tonight’s visit of Gary Waddock’s Wealdstone.
Lets take a look at how FGR could line up this evening.
Ethan Ross is expected to retain his place between the sticks. The Forest Green stopper will be disappointed with one of the goals conceded in Saturday’s 3-3 draw at Sutton United, but his point-saving stop late on, coupled with his overall form, makes him the definite starter.
RB: Kelvin Abrefa
It should be business as usual for impressive Reading loanee Abrefa, who is expected to continue at right-back.
CB: Filozofe Mabete
Mabete is set to depart for international duty after tonight’s game, but his solid displays make him a given at the heart of the Rovers’ defence.
CB: Kyle Ajayi
Ajayi returned from injury on Saturday and his leadership qualities and endeavour should be enough for a start.
LB: Neil Kengni
With Freddie Sass suspended, Neil Kengni is the obvious left-footed option and is expected to slot in.
CM: Oli Ewing
In the absence of Jayden Clarke, Oli Ewing is expected to be handed a role in midfield – providing he can overcome the impact injury he suffered at Sutton. Ewing came off the bench to score Forest Green’s third goal before being forced off again after picking up a knock in the process of scoring. Expect West Ham loanee Preston Fearon to slot in if not.
CM: Tate Campbell
Campbell is one of Rovers’ standout performers. Nailed on.
LW: Sean Etaluku
Etaluku has been eye-catching of late and should prove to be a bright spark with his pace and mesmerising runs.
RW: Kyle McAllister
The flying Scotsman will prove to be Rovers’ vital cog. The driving force behind Rovers.
No. 10: Nick Haughton
Haughton is expected to be given the opportunity to operate in the No. 10 role and showcase his undoubted ability.
ST: José Márquez
With just one recognised striker currently available, homegrown Márquez is expected to lead the line.
Probable Forest Green XI: Ross; Abrefa, Mbete, Ajayi, Kenjni; Etaluku, Campbell, Ewing, McAllister; Haughton; Márquez.
Subs: McNicholas, Pemberton, Kircough, Fearon, Walsh, Ifenayi, Berry.
