South Shields v FC United of Manchester LIVE: Action, analysis and reaction from huge Mariners Park clash

Lee Picton admits today’s crunch clash with FC United of Manchester is among the biggest in South Shields' recent history as the promotion rivals go head-to-head – and we’ve got it covered.
South Shields host FC United of Manchester this afternoon.South Shields host FC United of Manchester this afternoon.
South Shields host FC United of Manchester this afternoon.

Welcome to our live blog ahead of a huge game for Shields sitting top of the league, nine points clear of FC United, who have played a game less.

A huge crowd of well over 2,000 is expected at Mariners Park.

We’ll have team news, action, reaction and analysis.