Win or bust for Ling in play-off chase

Martin Ling believes tomorrow's clash at home to Darlington is make-or-break in terms of Leyton Orient maintaining their play-off aspirations .

Orient have slipped to 13th place in League Two but a victory tomorrow would move them within two points of the visitors, who currently occupy the final play-off position.

"It's a must-win game for us if we want to do anything this season," said the Orient manager.

Orient will be without club captain Gary Alexander and John Mackie through suspension. They will be joined on the sidelines by long-term absentees Wayne Carlisle (knee), Jabo Ibehre (knee) and Mark Peters (toe).

Stewart Talbot, Chris Hargreaves and Andy Frampton are all doubtful for both the visit of Paul Sturrock's side and the FA Cup replay with Southampton on Tuesday.

Rookie defender Darren Pratley, on loan from Fulham, is expected to make his home debut.