The Gazette | After defeating Neerim-Neerim South on their home ground last week to put themselves back among the Ellinbank District football contenders, Trafalgar face another test in round 19.
The penultimate home and away round will pit third-placed Trafalgar against second-placed Ellinbank, the Bloods this time taking home ground advantage.
Ellinbank took away a big win last time they met, but last week's effort shows Trafalgar could be building at the right time of the season. Both sides sit among a logjam vying to finish top three for the double chance, with Neerim-Neerim South nipping at their heels.
Ellinbank sit second, six points advanced on the fourth-placed Cats, and victory over the Bloods will secure their spot in the qualifier. Expect a close contest between two sides aiming to hit finals in strong form.