Shenley are back in league action this weekend when they travel to face fifth-placed Pitstone & Ivinghoe.

This will be the Phantoms' 10th game since the resumption of grassroots football 7 weeks ago. So far, they've won five, drawn two and lost two. For comparison, Pitstone have played 7 matches, winning four, drawing one and losing two.

Covid-19 Guidance
Here is a summary of the FA's updated Covid-19 guidelines for step three of the government's roadmap out of lockdown:

Indoor facilities
Changing rooms and toilets can be used but players should minimise their time spent inside where possible. Everyone should adhere to the rule of 6 and wear face coverings while indoors. Team talks should not take place in changing rooms under any circumstances.

Spectators
From Monday 17th May, spectators are permitted provided they socially distance and gather in groups of no more than 30 people. They should minimise shouting or raising their voices.

The home team's parents will stand on the side of the dugout. Shenley's players and parents will be situated on the opposite side of the pitch.

Travel
There are no travel restrictions as such, but you should minimise travel and avoid making unnecessary journeys.

Car sharing with people outside your household or support bubble is permitted as long as you follow the Government's guidance on safer travel, e.g. wear face coverings, open windows, etc…

Throughout the last 12 months, the club's concern for the safety, health and welfare of all players, coaches and parents has and will remain paramount.

You can find more information on the guidance here.

Team News
Goalkeeper Aly Khimani, defender Zakir Kassam, midfielders Morgan Pugh and Tyler Johnston, along with forwards Connor Dempsey, Freddie Rogers and Mohammed Edris are all unavailable for this weekend's clash.

With 14 players available, manager Ian Orr has made four changes to the starting XI. The matchday squad and line-up can be viewed on this page.

Pitstone have 21 players signed on this season. Thomas Kingswell will be the danger man for the Stones with 8 goals in 12 matches this season. Elsewhere, Morgan Parry has netted on 7 occasions, while Sam Hudson has 5 goals to his name.

The Opposition
Pitstone and Ivinghoe Football Club was formed in 1957 after the demise of Ivinghoe & Pitstone FC due to financial difficulties. Their first team are currently in second place in Divison Two with five wins from five in the North Bucks & District Football League.

The junior section was founded in 1986 and provides football coaching and games for over 200 children between the ages of 5 and 18. They work on the premise of inclusion and aim to support all players in their progression, at whatever rate it occurs.

In 2018, the club unveiled their ground improvement works at Pitstone Sports Pavilion, thanks to a £14,076 grant from the Premier League. This project involved installing new perimeter fencing and a ball-stop netting system, along with pitch improvement works.

In the 2018/19 season, the U16s scored 100 goals as they won U16 Division 4 (P16 W14 L2) of the Wycombe and South Bucks Minor Football League. They also won the U16 Subsidiary Cup and the Aylesbury FC 6-a-side tournament, beating Ruislip Rangers on penalties in the final.

Last season, they finished second in U18 Division 2 after the final league table was determined on a points-per-game basis (P12 W6 D5 L1 PPG 1.92).

This season, they have retained ten out of the twenty players from last season. They sit in 5th place with 5 wins from 12 matches (2D 5L), with a goal difference of 0 (scored 33, conceded 33).

Last Time Out
Pitstone & Ivinghoe beat Heelands Rangers 3-2 away on Thursday evening. Fergus Bater, Joshua Hoey and Thomas Kingswell all netted for Pitstone, while striker Mason Davis was sent off for Heelands

Meanwhile, Shenley defeated Harrold & Carlton U17 5-2 in a home friendly last weekend. Ben Lynch and Connor Dempsey scored two goals each, while Freddie Rogers also got on the scoresheet with a header.

Fighting Talk
Striker Joel Smith: "Hoping to get back to winning ways this weekend after the defeat last time out and to end the season strong."

Officials
Pitstone & Ivinghoe Junior FC have appointed Kevan Key to officiate the match. This will be the second time this season that a club appointed referee has overseen a competitive game for the Phantoms.

Head to Head
These two teams have never played each other before.

Weather Forecast
Light cloud and a moderate breeze are expected throughout the game. Temperatures are expected to be around 11°C and there is a low (26%) chance of rain. [Source: BBC Weather]