Boreham Wood is set to face Southend United tonight, a team that holds a special place in the heart of Southend's defender Ben Goodliffe. Goodliffe made his senior debut for Boreham Wood at the age of 16, an opportunity he will forever be grateful for. After being released by Tottenham at 14, Goodliffe played Sunday League for two years before joining the PASE Academy at Boreham Wood. He managed to play for the first team, featuring in four games at 16, which earned him a move to Wolves. Goodliffe's debut was handed to him by current Boreham Wood boss Luke Garrard, who also played alongside Goodliffe's dad at AFC Wimbledon. Now, Goodliffe is determined to triumph over his former club as Southend United looks to beat a top-six team for the first time this season. The Shrimpers go into the game sitting seventh in the standings, three points lower than their visitors. Goodliffe feels Blues can work their way up the table, with four games in hand on some teams above them. If they can string some results together, who knows what can happen and where it can take them. Boreham Wood's visit will be a tough test for Southend United, but Goodliffe is hopeful they will come out on the right side of the result. The defender stressed there will be no room for sentiment when the two teams meet. Southend United has shown positive performances against top-six teams this season, and they will look to build on that tonight. With a strong team ethic and determination, Southend United is ready to face Boreham Wood and come out on top. The game promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to secure a vital win. Boreham Wood's Luke Garrard will be looking to outmaneuver his counterpart Kevin Maher, as the two teams battle it out for three points. The stage is set for a thrilling match, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious.