Turner thinks his players will cope

Graham Turner, the Hereford United manager, has told Morecambe Today that he thinks tomorrow play-off game will be 'a big test' for his players in front of one of the largest crowds at Edgar Street in recent years.

"There should be a good atmosphere in the ground and we have got to make sure we take control of things.

"We don't want anybody freezing on the night and letting the occasion get the better of them.

"It is a big test for the players, but I think they will cope.

"We have had two years' experience of getting a one-all draw in the first leg and not being able to finish the job at home.

"But I don't think that will have too much bearing on events, we will still have the edge going into the second leg."

Turner gave his thoughts on last Sunday's game.

"We maybe started a bit slowly but did well to get back into the game and I was disappointed not to win in the end.

"Morecambe are a good side. They have had a decent season and have one of the best home records in the Conference.

"They haven't dropped too many points at home this season, so that is a good result."

He also commented on the 'exchange of views' with Morecambe manager Sammy McIlroy in the second half after Alex Jeannin was hurt.

"It was something and nothing. These things happen in the heat of the moment."

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