East Thurrock United v Gravesend & Northfleet

GRAVESEND are hopeful that defender Ross Smith will recover from an ankle injury in time for Saturday's FA Trophy first round tie away to East Thurrock United.

The centre-back missed the goalless draw at Burton Albion at the weekend but has been in fine form for Fleet this season and Liam Daish will be keen to bring him back into the side.

Should a replay be necessary it will be at Stonebridge Road on Tuesday night, kick-off 7.45pm.

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