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Adrian Littlejohn is also out which mean Keith is without a centre forward to aim the ball at. McCombe has started ahead of Carruthers, Kerley, Yeo as well as Richardson and Keith will have to turn to one of those players to fill the gap.
Alan Marriott is also rated as doubtful meaning a third appearance for Canada's Simon Rayner between the sticks. Nathan Peat will start in Michael Blackwoods enforced absence ahead of Kevin Sandwith who failed to convince against Doncaster.
Tomorrows game is a big test for struggling City. Mansfield have won their last four home games, whilst City have one two wins, one draw and two defeats from their travels.