Preston Grasshoppers make the trip to Priory Park tomorrow (Saturday) to face Macclesfield in National League 2 North, looking to bounce back after a frustrating outing last weekend.

While much of the league was brought to a standstill by bad weather, Hoppers were the only side in the division to play, hosting Hull at Lightfoot Green Lane. Unfortunately, it proved to be a disappointing afternoon, as Preston slipped to a home defeat in a game where conditions played a major role and opportunities were at a premium. With the rest of the league enjoying an enforced break, the Hoppers will be keen to put that result behind them and respond with a strong performance.

The challenge does not get any easier, however, as Macclesfield currently sit second in the National League 2 North table, firmly in the promotion hunt. The hosts have been one of the most consistent sides in the division this season and will be confident on home soil, having built an impressive points total that keeps them within touching distance of the summit. Preston, meanwhile, occupy eighth place, knowing that a positive result could provide a timely boost as the season moves into a crucial phase.

Earlier in the campaign, Macclesfield ran out winners at Lightfoot Green Lane, but the Hoppers will take confidence from the fact that they competed well for long periods in that contest. Since then, Preston have shown flashes of their potential in recent fixtures, and the squad will be determined to deliver a more complete performance this weekend.

With momentum, league position and pride all on the line, tomorrow’s clash promises to be a physical and competitive encounter. Grasshoppers will be aiming to turn last week’s disappointment into a positive response as they look to climb the table and make their mark against one of the league’s leading sides.