Last updated at 11:52, Saturday, 05 May 2012

Feisty Oldham boss Paul Dickov insists he’s out to ruin Carlisle United’s promotion hopes today, saying: You won’t have a party on our pitch.

Paul Dickov and Greg Abbott

The Latics manager issued a warning to the Cumbrians who are eyeing a famous afternoon at Boundary Park (kick-off 3pm).

Carlisle and their travelling fans will be celebrating this afternoon if Greg Abbott’s men win and both Stevenage and Notts County slip up.

But Dickov, who has clashed with United in the past, says he doesn’t want to see any play-off celebrations from the visitors.

“Carlisle will be up for it and come here knowing they have to win the game,” said the Scot. “They have to win, they will have a big crowd behind them and it will be a great atmosphere. But as much as I like Greg, Kav [Graham Kavanagh] and the rest of the staff, there is no way I want to see them celebrating.”

Dickov’s last encounter with the Blues ended bitterly as the Oldham chief branded Liam Noble a “coward” after the midfielder’s antics during the 3-3 draw last October.

But the Boundary Park boss has bigger problems on his plate today with no wins in eight and three key men – Alex Cisak, James Wesolowski and David Mellor – all out.

But former Blues target Shefki Kuqi is likely to be available after flying back from Finland.

The veteran striker missed last week’s 0-0 draw at Bury to be with his ill father in Finland but should be involved today.

First published at 08:57, Saturday, 05 May 2012
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