AFC Telford United make FA Trophy a priority

AFC Telford United go gunning for a place in the last 16 of the FA Trophy tomorrow, with boss Andy Sinton declaring: "It's a top priority."

The Bucks are in the middle of an intensive period of games and the second round Trophy tie interrupts their promotion push.

But Sinton believes it will not prove an unwelcome distraction, insisting the prizemoney on offer - £6,000 to the winners tomorrow - make it very worthwhile.

"I place the Trophy as being very important," said the Telford chief.

"You do have to prioritise in certain situations but I usually treat every game the same and we will be as strong as possible for this one."

Eastwood, rivals in the Blue Square Bet North, booked their place in the second round with a stunning 4-3 extra-time victory over Rushden on Tuesday .

And Sinton admits the Nottinghamshire outfit's recent form makes them a real threat.

"They're a good side and one that is on the up," he said. "They started the season slowly but they've picked up some good results in recent weeks.

"They are certainly a side that we will be respecting, anyone that beats a Conference side like Rushden must be half decent.

"In the last two league games they've drawn with Alfreton and Boston and results like that will have given them confidence."

Telford must make at least one change to the squad that beat Stafford 2-0 on Tuesday with loan winger Lee Smith cup-tied.

But experienced defender Sam Stockley, who has joined on non-contract terms after finally receiving international clearance, could come into contention for the matchday 16.

Telford are charging their regular matchday prices for tomorrow's clash and supporters will be segregated.