Stam adds to Bulls injury woes

Stefan Stam has joined Simon Clist and Joe Heath on the sidelines ahead of Hereford's derby clash at home to Shrewsbury.

The centre-back, who has only recently returned after knee problems, was forced off at half-time in last weekend's 2-2 draw at Oxford complaining of inflammation in the area and now requires a short period of rest.

Midfielder Clist and defender Heath (both groin) missed the clash altogether and the pair to continue to sit out.

Benoit Dalibard serves the final game of his three-match ban picked up following his dismissal against Bristol Rovers earlier this month.

Defender Ben Purkiss joined the club on Wednesday following his release by Oxford and will be hoping for involvement as the Bulls aim to end a run of four successive defeats to their local rivals.