'We must pass massive test'

Peterborough are the visitors to Gay Meadow with Shrewsbury knowing victory will take them above Darren Ferguson's side and guarantee them ninth place after the weekend round of League Two fixtures.

Posh have been the major spenders in recent months, bringing in a host of big-money signings to aid their own hopes of reaching the top seven.

And Mackenzie is aware Shrewsbury are in for a stiff challenge tonight as they aim to defend a 10-match unbeaten League run which stretches back to Boxing Day.

"Peterborough have blown hot and cold all season and have been in transition recently," said Mackenzie.

"They had a great result in beating MK Dons 4-0 last week and that is a warning shot to us that they are starting to click.

"You only have to look down their team sheet to realise this is one of the toughest games we will face.

"They have got Micah Hyde (who has played for Watford and Burnley) and Josh Low who was one of the division's best players with Northampton last season.

"That's to name just two so it's going to be very tough. It's important to beat teams above you but every game is massive now and it's vital we keep the momentum going.

"Anyone who thinks the play-offs aren't mathematically on is daft.

"We have got the ability and got the players and we believe we can get there."

Manager Gary Peters has injury concerns over defensive duo Lee Canoville and Sagi Burton, while the Town boss must decide whether to start with Dave Edwards before the international heads off to join the full Welsh squad for the first time on Monday.

Edwards will definitely miss the next three games after tonight, but Peters has hinted his selection will affect five games - including the one before and after he joins up.

* Contrary to reports elsewhere, Town officials have confirmed tonight's match is NOT all-ticket.

By James Garrison