Crawley striker Ben Abbey will continue his bid for full fitness in the reserves tomorrow.

The Dr Martens League leaders have no game so Abbey, who returned to the club last week, will have a run out against Tonbridge in the Suburban League.

Abbey has made just two appearances this season, both as substitute, and admitted he was lacking match sharpness.

Midfielders Keith Sharman and Jimmy Dack will continue their comeback from knee injuries in the same game.

With Tuesday's League Cup tie against Burnham called off because of their FA Trophy replay, Smith's men will have had a fortnight off by the time they resume their promotion campaign at Hednesford next Saturday.

Smith said: "We've got a few players carrying knocks so a couple of weeks rest won't be a bad thing.

"We're still training hard and the break might make them hungry again when we go to Hednesford."

Meanwhile midfielder John Ugbah is unlikely to play again this season because of complications following his cartilage operation.

Ugbah, Smith's first signing when he returned to the club two years ago, has been told he won't be allowed to take part in any contact sport for at least three months.

Smith added: "John has had a fair bit of bone taken out, it was a big op and I think he's out for the rest of the season.

"Fortunately, we have good cover in midfield positions but it's a shame for John.

"I made him captain when he joined us and he always gives you 100 per cent, he has never let this club down and I hope the fans won't forget that."