Preview

Next up for David Artell’s men is a home tie against Carlisle United, who currently sit bottom of Sky Bet League Two.

The Blues were relegated from League One at the end of last season, finishing bottom of the table following promotion to the third tier the previous campaign.

Over the 28 games played this season, the Cumbrian club won five, drawn six and lost seventeen. The last time Carlisle won away from home was away at Fleetwood on Saturday 25th January, so they will be keen to add more points to their tally at Blundell Park.

Artell previews the visit of Carlisle United

Carlisle are managed by 61-year-old Mark Hughes, who they appointed as their new Head Coach on Thursday following the departure of Mike Williamson. Hughes has a wealth of experience, with close to 700 games in his managerial career under his belt, with over 500 of them being in the Premier League with six different clubs, most notably Stoke City where he spent five years.

A key player for the Blues will be Joe Hugill. The 21-year-old, who joined the club in the January transfer window, is already off the mark for the Cumbrian club and scored six goals on loan at Wigan in the first half of the season. Hugill joined Manchester United as a youngster and has since experienced four loans and League One football. Hugill’s pace and power add a different dimension to Carlisle’s attacking options and they will be hoping he continues to contribute with goals and assists in their bid to stay in the football league.

In the reverse fixture at Brunton Park in September, our 3-2 win started our impressive seven-game unbeaten run on the road and was our first victory on the road this season. After finding ourselves a goal down, forward Luca Barrington found an equaliser from a Kieran Green assist. After going behind for a second time in the tie in the second-half, Lewis Cass scored our second equaliser with less than ten minutes to play and it was Harvey Rodgers who found the back of the net on the 90 minute mark to secure the Mariners the three points in front of the incredible travelling fans.

Matchday information

There are still tickets available around the ground and behind the goal in the Osmond Stand for home supporters. They are available from the Ticket Office right up until kick-off and online until 2:30pm.

Our Fan Zone will be open from 12pm where a range of craft beers are available and The Chicken Man will be serving chicken and chips with a variety of flavourings. The Trust Bar, Matt Tees Lounge, PPAG Bar and Wheelhouse Bar in and around the ground will be available from 1:30pm and at half-time.

We would like to inform supporters that we will be holding a minutes’ applause before kick-off for former Chairman and Life President Dudley Ramsden.

We’d like to remind fans in the Upper Stand, that the central stairwell in the director’s area is for fans sat within the directors seating area only, and for fans who are able to show the correct wrist band pass.

Live Streaming

Overseas fans can watch the game live on Mariners TV for £10 or with a monthly audio subscription, listen along live. Click here for more information.

Supporters will have plenty of food options to choose from around the ground:

The Dogs – Main Stand
Cooky Cooks – Lower Stand
Food Dudes – Pontoon
Sharky’s – Upper Stand
Hat Tricks Food Pod – Osmond Stand (behind the goal)
Saucy Spuds Street Food – Osmond Stand (covered corner)

To find out more information and to see menus, follow @GTFC_SLO on X

The Club Shop will be open for fans looking to buy matchday souvenirs from 9am right up until kick-off.

We have offers up to 25% off on selected junior items and also our adult travel wear range.

Reporting Discrimination

We want to remind fans what to do if they experience any form of discrimination around Blundell Park.

You can report any discrimination directly to the Club by texting 07926 575610 on matchdays, alerting your nearest steward, completing this short online form or emailing [email protected].

We now also have fan-facing boards around the ground with QR codes that can be scanned, and it will send you straight to the form on our website.

Matchday Contacts

Here are your key matchday contacts tomorrow:

David White, Facilities Manager & Safety Officer – [email protected]
Kristine Green, Supporter Liaison Officer – [email protected]
Amanda Jane Stephenson, Disabled Liaison Officer – [email protected]
Hayley Carver Smith, Family Co-Ordinator – [email protected]

You can also Tweet @GTFC_SLO on X or message the Club on our social media channels.

Matchday Feedback

If you would like to provide Grimsby Town F.C with any matchday experience feedback, do not hesitate to drop us an email on [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming all supporters to Blundell Park tomorrow afternoon!

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