Stick with us, AFC Telford boss Andy Sinton urges fans

Boss Andy Sinton today issued a rallying cry to AFC Telford United's fans, insisting: "We need you now more than ever."

Sinton wants the supporters to stick with the side for tomorrow's clash with Forest Green Rovers and Tuesday's home game against Kidderminster.

The club are doing everything possible to beat the cold snap, deploying frost covers and also bringing in propane air heaters in a bid to ensure the pitch is playable.

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"The crowd can play a big part because we need them more than ever, certainly since I've been here," said Sinton.

"Ever since it was formed, this club has always been seen as a big fish, pushing for promotion at whatever level they have been playing.

"Now, for the first time in the eight-year history, we are underdogs in almost every game. This season has always been about consolidation and the fans can help us achieve it."

Forest Green, 12th in the table, have strengthened in the January transfer window, signing midfielder Michael Pook from Cheltenham and defender Jamie Collins from Aldershot.

"We'll give them the respect they deserve," said Sinton. "But hopefully we can build on the last few performances.

"We have played well without getting our rewards and now we have to turn these good performances into getting some points."

It is likely to be a new-look Telford tomorrow – both on and off the field.

In the dugout, Sinton will be joined by new assistant manager Mike Davies, who has replaced Darren Read.

And on the pitch, the Bucks boss has two deadline day loan signings vying for selection. Striker Ryan Brooke has arrived from Oldham and winger Jonathan Brown from Southport.

Midfielder Jay Smith is back from illness while Richard Davies is available after a two-match suspension. But Phil Trainer completes his own two-game ban following his sending-off at Stockport County.

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