Bristol Rovers youngster set for debut

New loan signing from Bristol Rovers Ghassan Abu Hassan is expected to make his debut for Bishop's Cleeve in their potentially pivotal match at Barnstaple Town on Saturday.

The left sided defender is believed to be the first Jordanian player to sign with a UK side and he has represented his country and Under-19 level.

His career began in 2013 when he joined Jordan Youth Club where he worked his way up through the ranks from the U14s to the U18s side.

Meanwhile, forward Ieuan Crowe returns, but Mitres boss Steve Cleal will be without the suspended Joe Bates, while Olly Butler is injured, Jamie Lock is ill and Anthony Burton is unavailable.

“Ieuan would have missed the games against Bristol Manor Farm and Cinderford Town, but both fell foul of the weather," Cleal said.

"Wo while Batesy is cursing and frustrated Ieuan trained last night and should be good to go for Saturday.

Cleeve head down to Devon seven points behind their host with two games in hand so they will be looking to close the gap to boost their survival hopes.

“It’s one of 16 games we have left to play between now and April 28," Cleal said.

"Everyone will look and say it’s a real six pointer but we have 48 points to play for in that time and Saturday there are just three of them available."

Source Gloucestershire Live