The Silkmen have had a tough run of games as they have caught up with most of the missed matches over the big freeze.

This has taken its toll on the squad who took a few knocks in the weekend win at Hereford.

We spoke to Silkmen Physo Nick Reid about the current situation.

"We've had a few new faces in the treatment room this week unfortunately. Ben Wright picked up a groin strain at the weekend and will probably be out for a week or two. Colin Daniel also has a pull in his hamstring and could also be out for a couple of weeks.

"Ricky Sappleton is another one who is a real doubt for midweek after twisting his knee. So he's touch and go for Accrington but we're hopeful he'll be ok for the visit of Bury at the weekend."

And what about the long term injuries we've had out for a while?

"Carl Tremarco is getting very close now and has a chance to be back available for the game at the weekend and Izak Reid might also be available for the game against Bury. Hamza Bencherif just keeps plugging away with his ankle and working very hard."

How has the mood in the camp been this week after such an emotional day at Hereford?

"Everyone is really up for the battle for the rest of the season. It's tinged with a lot of sadness but the players were all delighted to have been able to celebrate Keith's life with a win at the weekend. And now they want to go out and do it again."