Freezing temperatures overnight mean the afternoon inspection is necessary to determine whether the Benton venue’s playing surface is playable, with the Magpies preparing to face table-topping Boro in their first outing of 2018.

Should the game go ahead, tickets will be available on the turnstiles at Whitley Park priced at £3 for adults and £1 for concessions, while admission is free for season ticket holders and members.