Edinburgh has guided Diamonds to 8th in the Blue Square Premier

Rushden & Diamonds manager Justin Edinburgh has called on his side to be focused for their next two matches.

Diamonds host Blue Square Premier bottom side Chester, before travelling to league leaders Oxford.

Edinburgh told the club's website: "On paper the Chester game is the easiest, but may be the toughest in terms of breaking them down.

"With Oxford, I don't look at any match and think we won't take points. We'll be tested but we're confident.

"We have to stay focused on getting back to winning ways in the league," Edinburgh added.

Dale Roberts will become the Diamonds' first choice goalkeeper, with Nathan Abbey leaving the club.

"He's done a fantastic job for us, and we wish him all the best. But with the transfer window coming up, it will enable us to strengthen in other areas that are more vital."

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