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Melton currently sit 10th in the table, while Rovers occupy 16th position and trail their hosts this weekend by 10 points. Despite some promising performances, James Jepson's side has struggled to turn those into results recently, collecting just one point from their last five matches. Jepson again faces several selection challenges due to injuries but remains determined to turn things around, describing each remaining fixture as "cup finals" for the team.

"As we approach another crucial match, we again have a number of injuries and situations to manage," Jepson said. "While this is something all clubs face, I'm optimistic our fortunes will change based on the players' performances and the commitment they are showing in both games and training."

On the injury front, Kane Lee awaits scan results for his knee problem and Massiah McDonald will be sidelined for 2-3 weeks with a back issue. Recent signing Lewis Carr, who missed last weekend's defeat against Bourne Town, remains doubtful with a minor injury.

Additionally, Tarun Rohilla begins a three-match suspension following an unsuccessful appeal against his recent red card last weekend, while Elwalid Elaghany returns to parent club Shepshed Dynamo to regain fitness after making just one appearance for Rovers on a dual form loan agreement.

Isaac Shaw and another recent signing Osiris McDonald continue their injury recoveries.

On a positive note, new signing Sam Moore is set to make his Rovers debut this weekend, having joined the club this week to bolster Jepson's attacking options.

In other news this week, Lewis Carr has been named by Jepson as team captain and will take the armband upon his return to the side from injury.