Unbeaten in three, Hartlepool United return to home action as Boreham Wood head to the Suit Direct Stadium on Saturday (3pm kick-off). Two wins and a draw have given Pools a much-needed boost ahead of the Wood's visit.
The Lowdown
Recent form has seen Kevin Phillips' side climb to 11th in the National League table, seven points off the play-off places. Last time out, in front of the TV cameras, Pools were forced to settle for a point away to Woking after a last-minute goal from the hosts.
Boreham Wood are a point behind Pools, sitting in 13th place. Luke Garrard is in the hotseat, and his side have two wins from their last five games, both 1-0 victories. They travelled to Oldham Athletic on Tuesday night, losing 2-1 despite taking the lead.
The History
The sides have met nine times previously, with each team recording two victories. Earlier this season, the Wood ran out 1-0 winners. Pools last beat Boreham Wood in February 2019 - braces from Nicke Kabamba and Josh Hawkes gave Pools a 4-0 away win.
Team News
Otis Khan, Josh Umerah and Dan Dodds all remain sidelined. Courtney Duffus and Anthony Mancini are also expected to miss out after suffering further setbacks in training.
Alex Lacey is back in full training after a long-term lay off, and Chay Cooper will be eligible to make his Pools debut after signing on loan from Colchester United.
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