Guernsey U18 look for national cup success in Jersey

MARTIN SCOTT admits he would 'rather not have drawn Jersey', but is confident his youngsters can enjoy more inter-island success in the FA County Youth Cup tomorrow.

Guernsey's under-18s have not won a game in the national knockout competition since 2004, but will be fancied finally to end that dreadful run.

Because although Jersey play host at Springfield for this second-round tie – both teams received a bye this far – Guernsey have the better of the recent history.

Just over six months ago it was the Sarnians celebrating a 2-1 Junior Muratti victory and seven of the winning starting XI from that day are still involved this year.

• Full story, plus local weekend previews, in Friday's Guernsey Press.