Gaming Supermarket Match Preview: Northwich Victoria vs. Charlton Athletic

Good news is in short supply at the moment for Northwich Victoria, relegation from the Blue Square National last season was just the start of it as the club were deducted ten points at the start of this season after going into administration. However, on Sunday all their off the field problems will be forgotten as Victoria take on League One high flyers Charlton.

Andy Preece’s Northwich have had to play three qualifying games thus far in the competition, recording a 8-0 win over Bardon Hill, record a 4-1 victory against Chorley and overcame FC United 3-0. They are also going quite well in the league at the moment, unbeaten in five and only in mid table thanks to the points deduction. The Vics are unfortunately without Simon Grand and Mark Danks who are both out through suspension.

Charlton also suffered relegation last season finishing bottom of the Championship, but are currently having a really good season in League One, in 2nd place behind Leeds. Carl Ikeme has been playing in goal for Charlton this season but is on loan from Wolves who are unwilling to allow him to play in the competition for the Addicks and Dave Mooney is also unavailable for the same reason. Leon McKenzie and Frazer Richardson won’t feature due to injuries.

For those of you who fancy a cup upset and think that a inform Northwich can take advantage of playing at home then take the 8/1 with Ladbrokes on a win for the Blue Square North outfit. Looking at the first goalscorer market, Jonjo Shelvey is 15/2 with Coral, if he does start for Charlton the youngster is a exciting prospect who is more than capable of bagging a goal. Non league fans will be familiar with the name Lee Elam, a journeyman who has played for his fair share of clubs and has been known to bag a goal or two so the 20/1 with Ladbrokes may represent some each way value.

All odds correct at time of writing and are subject to change

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