Rovers arrive at Gresty Road looking to keep their small run going and to keep their play-off hopes alive.
The teams have already met twice this season with Tranmere winning 1-0 in the JPT and 2-0 in the league a few weeks later.
Crewe Team News....
Crewe will hand a debut to goalkeeper John Ruddy who is on a months loan from Everton. Marlon Broomes will make his home debut and will look set to partner Dennis Lawrence in the heart of the defence.
Julien Baudet has served a one match suspension and could make the bench while Michael O'Connor looks set for a recall after being dropped agsainst Peterborough United.
Luke Murphy is now fit and trained on Friday after suffering from a slight knock.
Tranmere Rovers Team News....
Rovers boss Ronnie Moore still has Chris Greenacre (foot) out injured while fellow striker Craig Curran is out with a stomach injury.
Midfielder and club captain Anthony Kay will have a late fitness test as the former Barnsley player has a back injury.