NEW boss Dave Conlon will take charge of Atherton Collieries for the first time at Salford City.

The player-manager missed the first four games in charge while on his honeymoon, but he returns to find his team thriving in Division One.

Under the able stewardship of Andy Walker and Paul Chapman, Colls are unbeaten this term and through to the next round of the FA Cup after Monday night's 5-0 victory over Rossington Main.

But the Alder House club face their toughest test to date as they travel to one of this season's title favourites.

And Conlon's job will not be made an easier by the absence of goalkeeper Gavin Bates and striker Vita Bina, who are both unavailable.

Atherton LR will also be looking to preserve their unbeaten league start when they entertain old rivals Ramsbottom United.

Roy Sweeney has his full squad to choose from but will be hoping his strikeforce can start firing after Rovers failed to muster a single shot on target in their goalless draw at Formby on Tuesday night.

In Division Two, Daisy Hill will be looking for their first win of the campaign at New Mills.