Tuesday 5 October 2010

JOHNSTONE'S PAINT TROPHY PREVIEW

Tonight sees sides from Leagues One and Two battle it out in the second round of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.

After defeating AFC Bournemouth on penalties, Torquay United will be facing Swindon Town at the County Ground. Following the recent announcement of Paul Buckle's playing budget being cut, a good run in the competition could just the tonic for the Gulls.

Exeter City's reward for beating Yeovil Town in the previous round is a trip to League Two Hereford United who yesterday parted company with their manager Simon Davey.

Plymouth Argyle will be looking to bounce back from their weekend defeat at the hands of Hartlepool United as they travel to Cheltenham Town. With one of the best away records in League One, Argyle will fancy their chances against the Robins.