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Town manager Jim Magilton is considering giving new loan signing Gary Roberts his first start when the Blues travel to Roots Hall to take on Southend on Saturday. Roberts impressed as a late sub during Tuesdays 3-2 home defeat to Preston, having only signed a three-month deal earlier in the day.

Felixstowe & Walton United are celebrating Non-League Day on Saturday with among other things a new beer and a pay what you want admission policy as they take on AFC Sudbury in the Bostik League North Division (KO 3pm).

Town manager Roy Keane felt his side showed better energy levels during the 2-0 victory over Southend than they did during the trip to Ireland.

TWTD understands that Reading have offered released Town full-back Dan Harding a permanent contract. Harding spent the second half of the season on loan with the Royals, having been with Southend on a similar basis in the opening few months of 2008/09.

Heybridge Swifts beat Witham Town in Pitching In Isthmian League

Heybridge Swifts have re-signed striker Matt Price

Southend boss Steve Tilson wants to keep Town full-back Dan Harding at Roots Hall when his loan spell expires at the end of the year. The Shrimpers manager says Harding is keen to remain with the League One side, but that the Blues may have other ideas regarding his future.

Braintree Town and Heybridge Swifts through in Isuzu FA Trophy

Braintree Town and Heybridge Swifts through in Isuzu FA Trophy

Braintree Town and Heybridge Swifts through in Isuzu FA Trophy