Recap: Ten-man Chesterfield come from behind to stun Southend United and stay top of National League
Paul Cook’s men host the Shrimpers at the Technique Stadium and will be hoping to extend their unbeaten start to the season which has led them to the top of the table.
The visitors are one of the favourites to finish in the play-offs but have had a mixed start so far.
Our reporter Liam Norcliffe is at the match and will provide you with all the build-up, team news, updates and reaction.
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Key Events
- FT: Chesterfield 3 v 2 Southend United (7.45pm KO)
- Spireites stay top and unbeaten after thrilling comeback with 10-men
- Clarke scores opener on 19 minutes; Powell equalises; Banks sent off before HT; Dackers for 1-2 on 46 mins; Quigley for 2-2
- King screamer for 3-2
- Minute’s silence for Queen before game
Today’s match officials
Referee: Aaron Jackson (He was also in charge of last season’s 2-2 draw against Southend at the Technique)
Assistant referee: Danny Jarvis
Assistant referee: Reece Davies, Reece
Fourth official: Elliott Kaye
Here’s why
Why Kabongo Tshimanga has been ruled out of Chesterfield's match against Southend
Kabongo Tshimanga has been ruled out of Tuesday night’s clash against Southend United.
‘Not a million miles away'
'Not a million miles away' - Spireites pair edging closer to return ahead of Southend clash
Armando Dobra and Akwasi Asante are ‘not a million miles away’ from returning from injury.
Making good progress
When Spireites fans can expect to see Manny Oyeleke available for selection again
Manny Oyeleke is on the mend but will not be back until about January following long-term injury.
Predicted line-up
How Chesterfield could line-up against Southend United in National League clash
Chesterfield host Southend United at the Technique Stadium on Tuesday night.