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Notts County boss Luke Williams is facing a 'good' problem ahead of the National League clash against Altrincham on Tuesday. During Saturday's win over Scunthorpe, Williams was forced to make an early change following an incident involving Sam Slocombe. As a result, Archie Mair, who arrived on loan from Norwich City in January, was introduced for his league debut. With Tiernan Brooks away on international duty with the Republic of Ireland under-21s, Mair impressed with his composure in possession. Despite Slocombe's injury, Williams was able to provide an encouraging update on his fitness. Speaking ahead of Tuesday's game, the Magpies manager revealed that the keeper had suffered an impact injury rather than a twist or tear. Williams added that Slocombe was experiencing discomfort but expressed confidence that the muscle would be relaxed enough to do its job and not remain contracted throughout. As Notts County head to Altrincham, Williams may have to decide between Slocombe and Mair in the goalkeeper position. The Magpies are currently second in the National League table, three points behind Wrexham who have a game in hand. A victory over Altrincham could see them go top of the league, but Williams will need to make the right decision regarding his team selection to achieve this. Speaking to the Nottingham Post, Luke Williams said: "Sam's in discomfort, but it is not a twist or a tear, it is an impact injury, so we have to feel confident that the muscle is relaxed enough and it can do its job and not stay contracted the whole time. "We have a bit more time with that so we will see how he goes, but fortunately it was not a break or a tear. We will have to do a fitness test tomorrow and see where we are then." With three goalkeepers having been utilized in Notts' previous two National League fixtures, Williams is currently faced with the daunting task of selecting his starting goalkeeper for the upcoming match tomorrow. The Magpies' boss must weigh up the performances of all three shot-stoppers in order to determine the best candidate for the job. This has undoubtedly posed a significant selection headache for Williams, as he must choose wisely in order to secure a victory against their upcoming opponents. "It is only good problems, Sam has played consistently well over the course of the season and Tiernan has gone in and done incredibly well, and then I thought Archie also did well at the weekend. Williams added, "It is the perfect problem for me and I need to weigh up all things now and try to pick the most sensible decision and the one that is in the best moment to play the game - and that will be the one that goes in." Following their win over Scunthorpe on Saturday, Connell Rawlinson praised Archie Mair's impressive performance, despite challenging circumstances. This sentiment was echoed by Notts County boss, Luke Williams. "His first action was a big one, I think everyone in the ground took a gasp because he made a really big action to get us through the first press, and after that, he showed a good range of passing - he dropped some balls into the guys on the outside and on the angles and into the guys in midfield. "He was able to open the game up like we want all of the guys to be able to that when they see opportunities to play right to the top of the pitch, he showed everything and it was a good display of what he has got." Notts County boss, Luke Williams, received some relief in the defensive department with the return of Richard Brindley to the matchday squad for the first time since January. This comes as the club enters the final six games of the National League season. However, Jodi Jones is expected to miss the upcoming game against Altrincham due to his participation in Malta's 2-0 Euro 2024 qualifier defeat against Italy. On a positive note, Williams was able to give updates on Cedwyn Scott and new signing Junior Morias, indicating they are close to making a return to action. Williams said: "Junior joined in with the whole group today for the first time and did some conditioning after to get closer to where he needs to be. "Cedwyn worked really hard today in conditioning to try and get him closer and closer, so the fact that both out on the grass and not inside in the gym is a great sign." After tomorrow's match, Notts County will enjoy an 11-day break before their next National League fixture against Wealdstone at Meadow Lane. The Magpies will then face a crucial top-of-the-table clash with Wrexham on Bank Holiday Monday. Share your thoughts about the game on Pride of Nottingham by signing up to the website, visiting the forum and joining in the chat with hundreds of fellow Notts County fans. Fancy showcasing your brand or business on Pride of Nottingham? Click here to find out more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.

Notts County returned to winning form with a commanding victory over Scunthorpe in the National League, with Macaulay Langstaff scoring twice in the match. The Magpies started strongly, with Adam Chicksen scoring in the eighth minute after a well-placed cross from Ruben Rodrigues. Just three minutes later, Scunthorpe suffered a setback when Ben Richards-Everton scored an own goal, giving Notts County a 2-0 lead. Langstaff's first goal came in the second half, with a powerful header from a cross by Sam Austin, bringing the score to 3-0 in favour of Notts County. He then added to his tally with a stunning goal in the 76th minute, taking his goal tally to 39 for the season, which equals the club record for most goals scored in a season. This victory was crucial for Notts County's promotion ambitions, as they bounced back from their draw against Barnet last weekend, reducing the gap between them and league leaders Wrexham to just three points. The win was also a milestone for Notts County, as it marked their 101st league goal of the season. With this win, the Magpies will be looking to build momentum and secure their promotion to the Football League. Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

Meadow Lane is the perfect stage for Notts County, according to their manager, Luke Williams. The team is gearing up for their upcoming Community Day, which is expected to draw yet another massive crowd. This Saturday, they will host Scunthorpe United, who are currently on the opposite end of the National League table. Despite Jimmy Dean's team's impressive 4-1 victory over Wealdstone last week, they remain four points behind safety with only eight games left in their season. Meanwhile, Notts County is still in contention for the automatic promotion spot, but their aspirations took a hit during their previous encounter with fellow promotion hopefuls, Barnet, resulting in a draw. Despite the setback, the Magpies head coach is looking forward to another thrilling match at Meadow Lane, with the added excitement of a potential sell-out crowd. The club's successful Community Day incentive, which offers discounted tickets to fans, has helped to sell over 13,000 tickets. However, Williams recognizes that Scunthorpe United will present a different challenge than their previous meeting earlier this season. As they prepare for this weekend's game, Notts County's manager, Luke Williams, emphasised the significance of Meadow Lane, where they will host Scunthorpe United. With the club's Community Day approaching, another bumper crowd is expected to attend. Despite Jimmy Dean's side's impressive win over Wealdstone, they remain four points from safety, with only eight games left in their season. Meanwhile, Notts County is still in contention for the automatic promotion spot, but their title aspirations took a hit in their previous match against Barnet, resulting in a draw. Speaking to the Nottingham Post, Luke Williams said: "They have got everything to play for, as have we, there is not a better setting to play football, certainly in the division, and with this crowd, it is going to be really special. "It is difficult for me to know as it is a team we have not played because they have so many new players "so the previous time we played Scunthorpe is irrelevant to us so now we are actually playing a team for the first time at this late stage in the season which is remarkable. "We know that it is going to be a tough challenge, but we have to be ready to face all of these challenges and strong enough to try and impose ourselves on the game." The club has organized a minute's applause in the 17th minute during the Community Day festivities to honour Owen Newton, a Scunthorpe United fan who passed away on Monday. Notts County's manager was present to express his condolences to the 17-year-old's family. He was confident that those in attendance would carry out the applause impeccably, thereby commemorating Owen's life. "It's just awful, but the one thing I am sure of is that the reception at Meadow Lane will be brilliant. "It will be delivered perfectly, I have no doubt - and what a great place to have the game and have so many people to show respect in that way. "I really hope it's a good moment for the family, the situation is just awful and we look forward to showing our support." Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

Notts County FC and Notts County Foundation are teaming up to provide a fun-filled Family Fun Zone ahead of their Community Day fixture against Scunthorpe United on Saturday 25 March. The event will take place from 12pm to 2pm at the Nottingham Padel Centre, accessible off Iremonger Road close to the junction with Cattle Market Road. The Family Fun Zone promises to have something for everyone, with a range of free activities on offer. Attendees can try their hand at padel tennis, scale the heights of the climbing wall, show off their skills at aeroball, take part in a penalty shootout, and enjoy a ride. There will also be tasty pizza and brownies for sale from local vendors. In addition to the Family Fun Zone, fans can also take advantage of reduced ticket prices for the match. Tickets can be purchased through the Notts County FC website. Notts County FC has a long and storied history, having been founded in 1862 and being the oldest professional association football club in the world. The club has a strong community focus, with Notts County Foundation delivering a range of innovative programmes to make a positive difference to people in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. By working together, the club and foundation continue to inspire active change for those they serve. The Family Fun Zone promises to be a great way for fans to get in the spirit ahead of the match and enjoy some quality time with their loved ones. It's an excellent initiative from Notts County FC and Notts County Foundation, and one that will surely be enjoyed by many. Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

Notts County's hopes of securing promotion to the English Football League suffered a setback as they were held to a 1-1 draw away at Barnet in the National League. Despite taking the lead through Macaulay Langstaff, the Magpies were unable to hold onto their advantage and were pegged back by a powerful header from Idris Kanu. The first half was evenly contested, with both sides creating a few half-chances but failing to trouble the keepers. However, Notts County finally broke the deadlock just before half-time when Ruben Rodrigues produced a moment of magic with a wonderful pass that Langstaff swept home with ease. The lead was short-lived, though, as Barnet hit back almost immediately with Kanu's header off the crossbar. The second half saw Notts County dominate proceedings as they looked for a winner, but they were thwarted time and again by Barnet's defence and the heroics of their goalkeeper, Laurie Walker. Rodrigues came close to restoring Notts County's lead when his deflected cross found Langstaff in space, but the striker's effort was saved by Walker. The Magpies continued to pile on the pressure in search of a winner, but they were unable to find the net again and had to settle for a draw. Despite being held to a draw, Notts County remain in contention for automatic promotion to the English Football League, sitting just three points behind league leaders Wrexham, who have a game in hand. With several games remaining in the season, the Magpies have ample opportunity to close the gap and secure their promotion to the EFL. They will be focused on picking up points quickly and performing at their best to achieve their goal. Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!