Crewe boss Gudjon Thordarson look set to make some changes ahead of the trip to Roots Hall as the Railwaymen look for some need points to try and crawl out of the relegation zone.
Southend on the other hand sit in mid-table and will be looking for a hat-trick of home wins as they look to try and push towards the play-offs.
Crewe Team News....
Gudjon Thordarson looks set to recall Michael O'Connor who has missed the last three games after the manger said he was lacking professionalism. Colin Daniel looks set to be recalled to the squad after a personal tragedy hit the player over the weekend.
Southend Team News....
Southend striker Francis Laurent looks set for a place on the bench after returning to training following an ankle injury. Southend still have James Walker (hamstring) and former Brighton player Alex Revell (broken leg) on the long term injury list.