"We had a useful run out on Wednesday and I was pleased to give most of my outfield players a 45 minute run out. Only Neil Harvey missed out as he had picked up a slight strain in training. It is nothing too serious but there's little point in risking things so early into pre-season training and I expect him to feature this week," explained Keith.

"I tend not to worry too much about the results at this stage. It is more about performance and learning lessons. I was pleased with the way we took our goals at Congleton albeit we probably should have had two or three more. On the flip side I was disappointed with the way in which we conceded two goals from set pieces. We looked a small side out there and it is important that the lads are strong in the challenge and positive when attacking the ball. But all in all it was a good test."

"I suspect we'll do something similar again on Saturday against Bradford Park Avenue. It's all about getting some minutes under your belt as we look towards our first league game against Shrewsbury. It's only when we return from Ireland that I will hone in on a more settled starting XI."

The game at the Horsfall Stadium kicks-off at 3pm and admission prices are as follows:

Adults - £5

Concessions - £4

Kids - £2

Directions to the Ground

M62 to junction 26. Join M606 leave at second junction. At the roundabout take 2nd exit (A6036 signposted Halifax) and pass Odsal Stadium on the left hand side. At next roundabout take the 3rd exit (A6036 Halifax, Horsfall Stadium is signposted). After approximately one mile turn left down Cemetery Road immediately before the Kings Head Public House. Ground is 150 yards on the left