Hartlepool v Boston preview

Hartlepool United will be keen to send Boston United spinning out of the FA Cup.

Hartlepool United will be keen to send Boston United spinning out of the FA Cup at the third round stage of the competition.

Pools are riding high in fifth place in the League One table and confidence is high after a thumping of MK Dons in their most recent league outing.

Manager Neale Cooper may hand the likes of Ben Clark and Gavin Strachan a start and has also revealed that Darrell Clarke is on his way back to full fitness.

Micky Barron, the club skipper, is still sidelined but Cooper is pleased with the strength of squad he has at his disposal.

Boston expect to bring a large travelling contingent to the North East as they bid to reach the fourth round for the first time in their history.

The Pilgrims are hoping experienced hit-man Jason Lee will shrug off the effects of a virus in order to lead the line.

Daryl Clare and David Staff are absent as they are both cup-tied.

Skysports.com Prediction: 4-2.
Pools look full of confidence and goals and will make life tough for Boston.