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We are in Derbyshire Senior Cup action as we travel down the road for the A6 Derby against Matlock Town.
The Bucks
The Bucks go into this game following the late defeat to Bradford Park Avenue at the weekend.
Goals from Tasdemir and Osborne weren’t enough as The Bucks lost 3-2.
Following the match It is with the Board of Directors released the following statement from First Team Manager, Jamie Vermiglio.
“This week I informed the Club of my intention to resign from the football club. This is not a decision I have taken lightly and without much thought. Over the last few months my commitment to the club has had a negative impact on my primary job and also my family life. I feel it is important for me to prioritise and refocus and, in turn, allow someone the opportunity to lead the team. I would like to thank the Board of Directors, supporters and amazing volunteers who have made me feel welcome and who give so much to the Club.”
The Club have provided an update ahead of tonight’s game stating that Captain Josh Granite and vice Captain Sean Newton will take charge against Matlock.
Opposition
The Gladiators drew 2-2 at the weekend against Radcliffe with goals from Eddie Church and Bradley Abbot.
They currently sit 9th in the NPL Premier division with 31 points from 20 games.
Their manager is Craig Elliott who is most well known for his time at Boston United who dismissed him in January of this year.
The club finished 4th in the league last season losing out in the playoffs to Scarborough Athletic.
They play their games at the Proctor Cars stadium which has a capacity of 2400.
One to Watch
Former Buxton player Bradley Abbott got his first goal for Matlock at the weekend.
The 27 year old joined The Gladiators from Boston United in October.
He began his career at Barnsley and was loaned out to Harrogate Town, Chester and Barrow before the Tykes released him in May 2016.
Last time out
Our previous meeting with Matlock was in a pre-season friendly at The Tarmac Silverlands Stadium in the summer ahead of this season.
The Bucks won the game 1-0 thanks to a goal from Jack McKay.
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