Southend United continued their unbeaten pre-season winning run last night (Monday) by beating local Ryman League opponents Heybridge Swifts.

The visiting Southend side are now looking forward to their mid-week clash against Premiership side Leicester City.

Southend manager David Webb has indicated he views Wednesday's game as a true gauge of how far his side has come as they prepare for the new season.

For a full match report see today's Evening Echo Find out more about Southend United Find out more about Heybridge Swifts

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