Morecambe defender Ben Williams has called for his team to maintain their recent momentum ahead of Tuesday's National League North trip to Southport. The Shrimps travel for a midweek away fixture under the lights following a convincing 4-0 home victory over Buxton on Saturday.
Williams, who scored in that match, helped secure a second successive clean sheet for the team. That result lifted Morecambe to 10th place in the National League North table, with 10 points from seven games. Their recent form reads WWWLL, with nine goals scored and six conceded so far this season. The full squad list is available on our squad page.
What is the team's mentality for Southport?
Williams states the squad's mentality remains unchanged despite the emphatic nature of the weekend win. He emphasizes the need to secure another three points on the road. "There’s a really good feeling around the place," Williams said in a report from Morecambe FC. "To win in that manner gives us huge confidence going into the next game, and we’ll be looking to do the same."
The defender notes there are no easy games in the league but believes the team has the ability to produce high-quality performances consistently. He referenced a previous game against Telford where the team 'flipped a switch' as an example of their potential. The focus now is squarely on maintaining the performance levels shown against Buxton.
Why are clean sheets so important?
Williams highlighted the defensive solidity as a key platform for success. The back-to-back clean sheets have provided a strong foundation. "Definitely. As a team, we pride ourselves on clean sheets, and we know that if we can keep the back door shut, it gives us a great platform to win games," he explained.
This defensive resilience will be tested against a Southport side in a midweek encounter. Morecambe currently sit six points behind league leaders Oxford City in the title race, making every point valuable. Fans can follow the evolving standings throughout the season.
What role will the supporters play?
The defender was quick to praise the travelling support the squad receives on the road. He called on the Shrimps faithful to back the team once again at Haig Avenue. A strong away following can provide a significant boost, especially in tight midweek fixtures.
With momentum building, Williams insists the team must now focus on stringing results together. The immediate challenge is a tricky away trip before the schedule continues. Morecambe's next fixture after Southport is an away match against 17th-placed Chorley on December 26th. The full schedule is listed on the club's fixtures page.
