Darren Perrin

EX-CHIPPENHAM Town manager Darren Perrin has backed the Bluebirds to beat Mangotsfield United at the Field today, but divided loyalties mean he would like to see honours end even.

Perrin parted company with the Mangos as assistant manager three weeks ago, and said he would sit on the fence regarding the game between his two old clubs.

Perrin said: "The best result for me on Saturday would be a draw.

"I think it will be a lot closer than people think but I do feel Chippenham will just about edge it.

"All season Mangotsfield have been defensively strong and I think it's apparent to everyone what their problem has been, scoring goals.

"Chippenham have got plenty of pace in their side and they are coming off the back of a win against Gloucester.

"Chippenham will be buoyant and I feel they will be too strong in the midfield area.

"Their experience with people like Iain Harvey and Kye Holly may prove a bit too much for Mangotsfield.

"But they won't be able to pass the ball very well because of the bobbly pitch, it won't be a game for the purists."

Chippenham may be without in-form midfielder Scott Lye, who is rated 50-50 with a calf problem.

Perrin said he was still very much behind the Bluebirds in their bid for promotion to the Conference South.

Perrin said: "It's been well-documented that I hope Chippenham get promoted for the supporters and the players and they have got a good chance."

5:15am Saturday 29th March 2008

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