Harrogate Town host Sutton United in a National League fixture this Saturday, October 24, with kick-off at 12.30pm at Exercise Stadium. The match is the 14th round of the regular season, with referee Tolu Sangowawa officiating.
Simon Weaver's side enter the contest in strong form, sitting second in the table with 28 points from 13 games. They are seven points behind leaders Boreham Wood and are unbeaten in the last five matches, a run that includes four wins and a draw. The most recent result was a 3-1 home victory over Bury on October 20, which extended an impressive sequence. Harrogate's home form has been a cornerstone of the club's success this season, with five wins and one draw from six matches at Exercise Stadium. Key to the attacking threat has been forward Dolaghan, who has contributed six goals and three assists in the league so far.
Team news and match details
Harrogate Town's last starting lineup featured Hutchinson in goal, with a defence of Horton, Dreyer, Baptiste and Cass. The midfield and attack included McGowan, Williams, Bristow, Taylor, Dolaghan and Hmami. Manager Simon Weaver reported a fully fit squad with no new injury concerns following the midweek win. Midfielder Bristow, who has started the last three matches, is expected to retain his place after a series of influential performances.
Sutton United, currently 13th, are expected to field a side that last included Brits, Nightingale and Brookes. The visitors' recent form has been mixed, with a win, a draw and three losses from the last five outings. Striker Harry Smith remains the top scorer with five league goals. Sutton's away record shows two wins, two draws, and two defeats from six travels this campaign.
Tickets for the match are available online via the club's official website until kick-off, with no sales at the turnstiles on the day. Adult tickets are priced at £26, with concessions for seniors, Blue Light card holders, and younger supporters. Away fans will be seated in the Kitching Plant Hire Stand and the Touch Telecom Stand, entering through the South Turnstiles. The club has reminded supporters that Wetherby Road must remain clear for emergency services, located behind the Marcy Fitness Stadium. Stadium catering outlets will be open from 11am, serving a range of hot and cold food and beverages.
Supporters travelling by coach should note the official Supporters' Club coach departs Gander Green Lane at 5am, with a meet time of 4.45am and a fare of £60. For those watching from home, a live stream is available via DAZN with a match pass, and audio commentary will be provided on Mixlr. The full fixtures schedule shows this is a key game in Harrogate Town's push at the top of the standings. Post-match interviews with the managers and key players will be available on the club's YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle.
With the team aiming to close the gap at the summit, Saturday's home game against Sutton United represents a significant opportunity to maintain momentum. A victory would see Harrogate consolidate the position in the automatic promotion places ahead of a challenging run of fixtures in November.
