Next up for David Artell’s men is a home tie under the lights against Tranmere Rovers, who currently sit 22nd in the Sky Bet League Two table.

The Rovers are experiencing their fourth consecutive season in League Two, following relegation from League One on a points per game basis in 2020 during the Covid-19 season. Prior to that, the Merseyside club had enjoyed back-to-back promotions from the National League all the way to the third tier.

Over the 34 games played this season, Rovers have won six, drawn 11 and lost 17. They earned themselves a vital point at the weekend at home to sixth place Port Vale and will be looking for their first win on the road since beating Bromley back in October 2024.

David Artell previews the visit of Tranmere Rovers

Rovers coach Andy Crosby is currently taking charge of the club following the departure of Nigel Adkins. Crosby’s first game saw Tranmere add a vital point to their tally against his former club Port Vale, who he managed last season after joining the backroom staff in 2021 and leading them to victory in the League Two promotion final in 2022. Crosby joined Tranmere as a coach in December last year for a short period and now finds himself taking charge of the struggling League Two outfit.

A key player for the Rovers will be striker Omari Patrick. The 28-year-old signed for the Rovers in the summer and has since been the club’s main attacking threat in a tricky 2024/25 campaign, with eight goals and four assists to his name in all competitions. Primarily a left winger, Patrick can operate anywhere across the front three and also in midfield if required. The forward has League One experience under his belt and has racked up almost 200 appearances in League Two, including play-off success with former club Carlisle United. The experienced forward averages 2.51 shots per 90, with 80% shot accuracy.

The reverse fixture at Prenton Park saw the Mariners come away with the three points in a deserved 1-0 victory that extended our impressive form on the road to four wins earlier in the season. A goal from Justin Obikwu gave Town their first win away at Tranmere since 1998. Despite a Danny Rose penalty frustratingly being saved by Tranmere keeper Luke McGee, his strike partner went on to grab the only goal of the game.

Ticket Information

Tickets are still available around the ground for tonight’s game against the Rovers and can be purchased by coming into the Blundell Park Ticket Office or visiting our online Ticket Portal.

Matchday Information

For all your timings and more information regarding matchdays at Blundell Park, click here to find out about the Fan Zone, bars, first time fans and much more.

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

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

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

Tonight’s edition of The Mariner includes an exclusive interview with defender Tyrell Warren, notes from David Artell and Polly Bancroft and a closer look at our opponents.

Reporting Sexual Harassment, Anti-Social or Discriminatory Behaviour

At Grimsby Town, we believe that Football is a game for everyone, everywhere and we are proud of the welcoming atmosphere that you create at Blundell Park every matchday. However, every season, there are hundreds of reports of discrimination across the game and likely more that go unrecorded.

We would like to reiterate our zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, anti-social behaviour, sexual harassment and abuse of any kind at Blundell Park.

You can report any discrimination directly to the Club by texting 07926575610 on matchdays, alerting your nearest steward or completing this short online form.

We now also have fan-facing boards around the ground with QR codes that can be scanned and will send you directly 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 this evening!

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.

Tonight’s game is also available on Sky Sports+, for anyone who has a Sky Sports or NOW TV Sport Subscription.

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