Bucks boss Gavin Cowan doesn't believe self isolation will hinder Boston United ahead of league clash

AFC Telford United boss Gavin Cowan doesn't believe that two weeks in self isolation will hinder Boston United.

The Pilgrims host the Bucks tomorrow at the Northolme, their first contest sine October 6's 4-0 win at Leamington.

Boston's players and staff have just seen a two-week self isolation period end, following positive COVID tests in the camp.

Pilgrims boss Craig Elliott says he won't be using the period of inactivity as an excuse, while opposite number Cowan expects the hosts to offer a stern test.

"They are a very strong team, a big team," Cowan told the Shropshire Star.

"I imagine their professionalism will be that individually they've been working hard away from training and the club.

"I anticipate they'll be champing at the bit. That's what I take from it. I can't imagine it'll hinder them in any way. They'll be nice and rested.

"They had a great season last year and are a very competitive group. I enjoy going up against them, it'll be interesting to see how we get on with this new group of players we've got going in the right direction ourselves."

The Bucks are yet to be beaten over 90 minutes this season, securing home wins against Brackley (3-0) and Gateshead (1-0) in the National League North.

On the road they have drawn at Blyth Spartans (1-1) while their two FA Cup games, both away from home, went to penalties - Telford beating Chasetown but being knocked out by Leiston.

That victory at Leamington is Boston's only league encounter to date.

Kick off will be at 3pm.

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