SOCCER: Nelson could open a five point lead at the top of the NWCL Division Two if they beat second placed Blackpool Mechanics at Victoria Park tonight.

But if John Bailey's men do slip to a loss, the Seasiders will jump over them into pole position.

Nelson are protecting a run of 13 games unbeaten in the league and Bailey should have almost a full squad to choose from after they had last Saturday off. Kick off is 7.45pm