SOUTHEND United strikers Rhys Murphy and Chris Wreh will both be missing for the Shrimpers against Halifax Town tonight.

Murphy has missed the last two games with a thigh problem while Wreh has not played since early January due to a knee injury.

And the two forwards will again be absent this evening.

Defender Kacper Lopata is doubtful with a knee injury he suffered against York City on Saturday but striker Harry Cardwell is expected to be available, despite a foot problem.

Right wing-back Gus Scott-Morris, left wing-back Jack Bridge and midfielder Noor Husin also look set to return.

Midfielder Dan Mooney and defender Louis Lomas are back in training as they continue to push for a return.

Lomas has dropped out of the squad for the last four games due to a groin issue while Mooney has not played since early December after injuring his knee against Altrincham.