CALUM MCINTYRE is urging supporters to make sure they put tonight’s result away to Darlington in perspective.

The Blues could return to the National League North play-off positions with victory away in the North East, but the Chester boss stressed that an unfavourable outcome would not be the end of the world in the chase for a top-seven finish come the end of the season.

McIntyre told Chester FC TV: “Right, we’ve got a big month. We’ve got a big spell between now and Christmas.

“If we win, important we don’t get carried away and if we lose, important that the world doesn’t end.”

The Blues bounced back from recent losses to Buxton and Curzon Ashton in fine fashion with a comfortable 3-0 home success over Hereford on Saturday.

A brace from Charlie Caton and one from Tom Peers confirmed the success for Chester.

“The way the players have responded from a real tough setback is massive,” added McIntyre.

“It’s important we don’t have many setbacks like that along the way, but when it’s good, enjoy it and don’t get carried away.

“Let’s get ready for Tuesday night and, do you know, if we come up short on Tuesday... the world can’t end.”

Chester have strengthened their ranks with the loan signing of midfielder Will Hugill from Championship Burnley.

Hugill, who made his debut against Hereford, has signed for an initial month.

McIntyre told the club’s website: “Will is a high energy midfield player that we think will contribute significantly in the centre of the pitch. He is a real athlete with a terrific physical profile.

“This adds a new dynamic to the middle of the pitch as we move on to an important month of the season.”

Tonight’s other fixtures: Brackley v Warrington; Buxton v Scarborough; Hereford v Oxford City; King’s Lynn v Farsley; Marine v Chorley; Peterborough Sports v Alfreton; Radcliffe v Leamington; Rushall v Needham Market; Spennymoor v Scunthorpe.