Darlington have received another blow - star striker Julian Joachim will miss a months worth of action.

Joachim came off at half-time during the game at Mansfield Town, which Darlington lost 1-0.

Jockey, as he is commonly known, was suffering from a hamstring strain and the news has now broken that he will be out for around four weeks. Fortunately for Hodgson Martin Smith will probably be available for selection following his recovery from injury.

Captain Clark Keltie and defender Paddy Collins could also both make their returns against Grimsby Town tomorrow night at the 96.6 TFM Darlington Arena.