BANBURY United’s challenge to end a nine-game winless run will be tested when they host play-off chasing opposition tonight.
The Puritans are 18th in Vanarama National League North and three points above the relegation zone.
Andy Whing’s side welcome fifth-placed Darlington, four points inside the play-off places.
The north-east side were held to a goalless draw away to Kettering Town at the weekend.
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Banbury meanwhile were beaten on home soil against bottom side AFC Telford United, despite playing the majority of the game with an extra man.
Luke Burke was shown a red card after 25 minutes for a challenge on Ben Acquaye, who then gave the Puritans the lead.
Lewis Salmon and Kai Williams condemned Banbury to defeat though.
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