Grimsby Thank Lincoln Ahead of Cheltenham

26th May 2006

If Grimsby Town defeat Cheltenham Town in the League Two Play-off final then they could owe a consider debt of gratitude to Lincoln City.

Keith Alexander, in one of his last acts as Lincoln City manager, has come to the aid of Grimsby over their striker Gary Jones' sending off during the second leg of the play-off semi-final between the two clubs.

Jones' was dismissed during the final seconds of the match, for an elbow in the face of Imps' defender Gareth McAuley. Although a clear elbow, Jones denied that the challenge for the header was malicious. Lincoln also agreed and spoke up for Jones.

Speaking, Jones confirmed: "I would like to thank Russell (Slade) and Graham (Rodger), all the staff, Keith Alexander and everyone at Lincoln who has helped with my appeal."

The outcome was that his red card was overturned and Jones is now free to face Cheltenham in the final.

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Odds for the League Two Play off Final:

Cheltenham Town - 17/10
Draw - 11/5
Grimsby Town - 6/4

Odds for the League One Play-off Final:

Barnsley - 17/10
Draw - 11/5
Swansea City - 6/4

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