A look ahead to Saturday’s match against Southend United at Aggborough….
By Matty Paddock - 22/12/2023
Posted 2 years ago
RUSS Penn wants Harriers to start the festive period off in strong style on Saturday when Southend United come to town.
Harriers host Kevin Maher’s men at Aggborough before a Christmas double-header against Boreham Wood.
The January 6th journey to Rochdale means it’s a packed two-week period, and an ideal opportunity for the Reds to get more points on the board.
“I think the Christmas period can turn a position upside down really,” said the boss.
“There are so many points in such a short space of time – 12 points up for grabs in the next two weeks.
“We want a healthy return, we need a healthy return and the pressure is on us now to do that.”
The Shrimpers visit Aggborough as one of the top performing sides in the division this term, despite off-field troubles that have arguably prevented that progress from being even better.
On merit, they’re just outside the play-off places in the National League, but sit further behind thanks to a ten-point deduction.
A takeover of the Roots Hall club is reportedly expected imminently, with United fans hopeful it will be early enough to act as the ideal Christmas present.
Should that happen, Saturday’s visitors will almost certainly strengthen to some degree ahead of the tie – United faced Bromley last week with just one substitute named.
Nonetheless, Penn knows their points return this season points to their quality.
He commented: “They’re a top, top club and probably one of three top clubs in the league.
“They’re ex-Championship within the last 20 years and they have a really good, strong fan base and a good team and Manager.
“So we’ll welcome them but hopefully they go back with nothing.”
Russ Penn has confirmed that, following set-backs, Joe Leesley and Nathaniel Knight-Percival are both a minimum of six weeks away from a return.
Harriers, otherwise, came through last weekend’s game with Maidenehead United unscathed.
Saturday’s game marks the visit visit to Aggborough for the Shrimpers since 2005, when a Chris Beardsley goal wasn’t enough to prevent a 3-1 set-back at the hands of the Essex oufit.
The two sides met at Roots Hall earlier this season with Southend winning 2-1.
Kick-off at Aggborough on Saturday is at 3:00pm.
MATCH TICKETS
As with all home matches at Aggborough, advance purchase of match tickets is strongly recommended to help minimise queues and also to make a saving.
Home fans: Prices are subject to an additional £5 for any ticket purchased in person at the box office on the day of the match. To avoid this, buy online, any time, up to 15 minutes after kick off – even if this is once you arrive at the ground.
Away fans: Tickets cannot be purchased in person at the Stadium Ticket Office. Please make all purchases online as above.
Any supporters needing assistance with purchasing online can contact us before a match day on 01562 823 931.
AGGBOROUGH IS CASHLESS
Please remember, Aggborough Stadium and all of its outlets are cashless – we cannot accept cash as payment under any circumstances.
YOUR MATCH DAY PROGRAMME
This weekend’s issue is Issue 17 for the 2023-24 season and features all you need to know about Southend United, our previous meetings and plenty more.
There’s match action, case files with Gerry McDonagh and plenty more.
Buy your copy from around the ground or in the Club Shop. To make sure of your copy, or to get one if you can’t make it to the ground, you can purchase online for FREE UK mainland delivery.
NO SMOKING
Aggborough Stadium is a strictly no smoking venue – this means smoking, including the use of vapes and e-cigarettes, is prohibited anywhere within the stadium.
LIVE MATCH STREAMING
Harriers fans can view National League matches this season on National League TV.
All Harriers league matches will be available internationally on the NLTV platform, while games outside of UEFA Article 48 blocked hours (2.45pm to 5.15pm on Monday) will be available to view in the UK, too.
SUPPORTER CONDUCT
Harriers again strongly supports The National League and Football Association in delivering their antisocial conduct message.
Please review the following information before visiting Aggborough.
Specifically, we would like to remind supporters that the club will not tolerate supporter misconduct of any kind. This includes but is not limited to:
- Discriminatory behaviour. This means conduct or language that is aggravated by ethnic origin, colour, race, nationality, faith, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation or disability.
- Entering the field of play or its immediate surrounding area without permission
- The throwing of missiles towards the pitch, technical area or dugout
- The possession or use of pyrotechnics such as flares or smoke bombs
Please support Kidderminster Harriers responsibility. Should you be concerned by any of the above conduct you may witness, please report it to your nearest steward, to the Club Office or Safety Officer or by e-mail to security@harriers.co.uk
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