League leaders Carlisle United make the long journey down south to Withdean on Saturday afternoon to take on a Brighton side who have also embarked on a great run of form recently.
With the recent arrival of new manager John Ward, Carlisle have continued to climb up the league one table although when you consider the two sides are separated by 6 places but only 3 points, it gives a clear indication that League One is indeed a very tight division.
Vital Quotes:
Brighton & Hove Albion Team News:
Tommy Elphick is expected to be sidelined for around 3 weeks after undergoing a hernia operation this week. Striker Alex Revell is nearing a return to the side and has started to resume training with the side.
Dean Wilkins is likely to continue with Jake Robinson in right midfield whilst Joel Lynch is pushing for a starting role in the side.
Player to watch: Bas Savage
Carlisle have one of the best defences in the league and we will need Bas to contribute a lot to our attack tomorrow as well as Nicky Forster.
Carlisle United Team News:
Captain Paul Thirlwell is definitely ruled out of the game whilst loan duo Joe Anyinsah and Richard Keogh are both pushing for places in the starting line up.
Record signing Joe Garner is likely to start up front for them.
Player to watch: Joe Garner
The ex Blackburn youngster is a good talent and has already scored some crucial goals this season, with 6 in total in the league.
Match Facts & Stats
Carlisle won both encounters last season. Firstly, a 3-1 home win at Brunton Park was followed up by a rather fortunate 2-1 victory at Withdean, with ex hitman Karl Hawley netting a late penalty in the final game of 2006.
Match Prediction:
Stuart Davis: Brighton 1 – 0 Carlisle
Ben Walmsley: Brighton 1 – 1 Carlisle
Next Fixture:
Saturday 1st December 2007: Torquay United (away) – FA Cup 2nd Round.
