We have received an update from manager Alun Armstrong, who was rushed into hospital in great pain yesterday afternoon.

Late last night, he had an emergency operation on a strangulated umbilical hernia affecting his bowel, and happily, he is now slowly recovering. However, he will have to remain in hospital for several days, and will probably miss next Saturday’s home game with Hereford as well.

We’d like to thank everyone for the hundreds of goodwill messages – we have received them from many clubs and fans all around the country -- and we’re sure that everyone would like to join us in wishing him a continued good recovery.

Alun says; “My kids have shown me the messages, I’m totally overwhelmed by them all. I just hope the lads get me three points today, I’ll feel much better.”

Assistant manager Darren Holloway will be in charge of Quakers for today’s game against AFC Telford United, assisted by goalkeeping coach Jim Provett and senior players Will Hatfield and Danny Ellis.

We would urge everyone at today’s match to give Darren and the players your full support – let’s win it for Alun!